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5795 : Prothrombin G20210A Mutation

INFORMATION:

Alternate Name:
PT G20210A MUTATION
Methodology:
Polymerase Chain Reaction
Clinical Utility:
Tests for the G20210A genetic variant that approximately doubles or triples the risk of forming blood clots in the veins.

ORDERING:

Test Code:
5795-0
Turnaround Time:
5 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
5 mL Lavender top- EDTA
Collection:
Container Qty Temp Stability
Lavender top- EDTA 1 Room Temp 7 DAYS
Collection Instructions:
LAV: Fill lavender-top (EDTA) tube completely, invert 8-10 times. DO NOT SHAKE TUBE!
Alternative Specimen:
Pediatric Lavender

Billing:

CPT Codes:
81240 x 1

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