Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase (MTHFR) C677T and A1298C

TEST: 511238
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CPT: 81291
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Test Includes

Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase C677T, Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase A1298C Paired testing only

Special Instructions

Informed consent required for NY patients.

Expected Turnaround Time

3 - 5 days

Turnaround time is defined as the usual number of days from the date of pickup of a specimen for testing to when the result is released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary.

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    Specimen Requirements

    Specimen

    Whole blood

    Volume

    5 mL

    Minimum Volume

    1.5 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)

    Container

    Lavender-top (EDTA) tube (preferred), yellow-top (ACD) tube, or light blue-top (sodium citrate) tube

    Storage Instructions

    Ship ambient; avoid extreme temperatures.

    Test Details

    Methodology

    Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)