Apo E Genotype (Apolipoprotein E Genotype) by PCR.
FIRST, THE PRACTICAL DETAILS
At a glance.
Specimen
Whole blood
Container
EDTA (Lavender Top tube) – 2 ml Whole Blood.
Required volume
EDTA (Lavender Top tube) – 2 ml Whole Blood.
Routine turnaround
4-7 days from receipt of specimen
Timing, specimen options and instructions reflect the source snapshot.
FROM COLLECTION TO THE LAB
Specimen & handling
Specimen
Whole blood
Container
EDTA (Lavender Top tube) – 2 ml Whole Blood.
Required volume
EDTA (Lavender Top tube) – 2 ml Whole Blood.
Collection instructions
EDTA (Lavender Top tube) – 2 ml Whole Blood.
Processing
Collect and label sample according to standard protocols. Gently invert tube 8-10 times immediately after draw. DO NOT SHAKE. Do not centrifuge.
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.
Technical information & codes+
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
CPT code
81401
Codes are shown for identification from the source snapshot. Confirm current coding and billing information with the laboratory.
