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Lab Test Dictionary

HGPRT Mutation (Research Test)


Synonyms

HPRT

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Performing Lab

UCSD Biochemical Genetics


Epic ID

Other Genetic Test

Lab Test Days

Monday-Friday


Collection Information

Specimen Required

3-5 mL Whole Blood

Container Type

Yellow (ACD), Soultion A

Collection Instructions

Whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube is also acceptable.


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Ambient-Only

Test Volume Required

5 mL Whole Blood

Minimum Test Volume

3 mL Whole Blood

Processing Instructions

Complete UCSD Biochemical Genetics requisition and submit with specimen room temp. Write in test "HGPRT Mutation" on requisition.


Comments

Research test, only ordered by Metabolic MD's. No charge for test.


Revised

07-12-17

Initials

SL