MDL Prothrombin-G20210A DNA Mut Anly (PT2)

Department: Molecular Diagnostics
Test Synonym(s): LAB3041, Factor II, PT2
CPT Codes: 81240
Methodology: Direct Detection of Variant c.*97G>A(G20210A) by using predesigned Taqman SNP Genotyping assay for c.*97G>A (G20210A); Laboratory Developed Test
Tube Type: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen: Whole blood
Alternate Specimen: Light blue top (Sodium Citrate)
Pediatric Requirements: 2 microtainers blood
Volume: 1 tube
Minimum Volume: 2 microtainers blood
Temperature: Room temperature or refrigerated
Stability: Room temperature: 2 days Refrigerated: 7 days
Reasons for Rejection: Client will be notified by Molecular Diagnostics Lab if specimen is rejected.
Days Performed: Once a week - variable days
Times Performed: Batched
TAT: 10 days
Significance: Direct detection of variant c.*97G>A
Special Instructions: Call or email the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory at 615-343-8121 or moleculardiagnosticlab@vumc.org if assistance is needed for specimen submission or if the patient has received a transfusion in the prior 2 weeks or has a history of a stem cell transplant.
Click here to print the Molecular Diagnostics requisition.

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