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Apo E Genotype (Apolipoprotein E Genotype)
C604
Methodology: | Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) |
Performed: | Varies |
Reported: | 4-7 days from receipt of specimen |
Specimen Required: | Collect: EDTA (Lavender Top tube) – 2 ml Whole Blood. Specimen Preparation: Collect and label sample according to standard protocols. Gently invert tube 8-10 times immediately after draw. DO NOT SHAKE. Do not centrifuge. Special Instructions: A separate EDTA whole blood tube is needed for molecular tests. Collect additional samples for other testing that requires EDTA whole blood. Multiple (up to 8) cardiovascular-related genetic tests can be performed on a single specimen. A second lavender-top (EDTA) tube is required if non-genetic tests are simultaneously ordered that require a lavender top (EDTA) tube. For whole blood samples, follow normal phlebotomy procedures. Storage/Transportation: Refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C. Stability: Ambient (15-25°C): 8 days; Refrigerated (2-8°C): 8 days; Frozen (-20°C): 30 days At ACCU: Refrigerated: 7 days Rejection Criteria: Specimens other than EDTA whole blood; improper labeling; samples not handled and stored properly; samples older than stability limits. Please Note: This germline genetic test requires physician attestation that patient consent has been received if ordering medical facility is located in AK, DE, FL, GA, IA, MA, MN, NV, NJ, NY, OR, SD, or VT or test is performed in MA. Performing Lab Cleveland HeartLab |
CPT Code(s): | 81401 |