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Alpha-Globin Common Mutation Analysis
Test Code11175
CPT Codes
81257<br /> **This code is not available for New York patient testing. For New York patient testing, use test Code 11174.**
Physician Attestation of Informed Consent
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.
Preferred Specimen
5 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
Minimum Volume
3 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
Whole blood collected in: EDTA (royal blue-top), sodium heparin (green-top), lithium heparin (green-top), ACD-B (yellow-top) or ACD-A (yellow-top) tube
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 30 days
Refrigerated: 30 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 30 days
Frozen: 30 days
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Set up: Sun; Report available: 8 days
Reference Range
See Laboratory Report
Clinical Significance
Alpha Thalassemia is a common hereditary trait and disease among individuals of Asian heritage. Disease ranges in severity from mild abnormalities of erythrocytic indices to severe anemia. Genetic counseling may be advised for some patients.
Performing Laboratory
| Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA |
| 33608 Ortega Highway |
| San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042 |
