Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction/Fluorescence Monitoring
Synonyms
DQ1; DR15; HLA-DQB1*06:02; Narcolepsy; Narcolepsy Evaluation
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
ARUP
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Varies
Standard TAT
7-10 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-3 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Whole blood collected in a yellow ACD A/B tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 72 Hours; Refrigerated: 1 Week; Frozen: Unacceptable
Test Volume Required
3 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Complete an ARUP requisition and submit with specimen refrigerated. Call Apollo Courier Service for pick up Monday-Friday.
Comments
Insurance authorization is required prior to draw for outpatients. Ok to send on inpatients.
CPT Codes
81383
Revised
07-22-21