Test Code LAB8455 Factor V Leiden and Prothrombin Mutations
Special Collection Notes
Collect specimen according to standard operating procedure
Specimen Type
Whole Blood:
Purple Top Tube-EDTA
Specimen Volume
- Optimal Volume: 4.0 ml
- Minimum Volume: 0.5 ml
TAT
5 days
Method
Real time PCR
CPT
81241/81240
Performing Section
PRECISION DIAGNOSTICS
Purpose/Principle
This assay is intended to provide results for Factor II (20210G>A) and Factor V Leiden (c.1691G>A) mutations as an aid in thediagnosis in individuals with suspected thrombophilia.