Test ID BLOD0364 PT G20210A Gene Mutation
AKA
20210, Prothrombin, Factor II (G20210A) Mutation Detection
Specimen Type/Requirements
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood
Lavender top (EDTA) microtainers are also acceptable.
Specimen tube must NOT have been aliquoted or pierced with instrumentation probes- these will be rejected.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 120 uL of Whole Blood |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 50 uL of Whole Blood |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 24 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 15 days | |
| Frozen | 3 months | Preferred for transport |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Fargo- Molecular
CPT
81240
Coverage Limitations
This test has limited coverage - please submit Commercial Insurance Patient Waiver (Non-Medicare) if applicable.