Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR); Single Nucleotide Primer Extension
Synonyms
CYP2C19 Genotype; CYP2D6 Genotype
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Genetic Test
Lab Test Days
Monday and Thursday
Standard TAT
7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
3-5 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 7 Days; Refrigerated: 30 Days; Frozen: 49 Days
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis; Gross lipemia; Clotted
Test Volume Required
5 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
3 mL Whole Blood
Comments
Insurance authorization required prior to draw for outpatients. MJ approval required for inpatients.
CPT Codes
81226, 81225
Revised
12-04-16
Initials
SL