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Factor 5 Leiden Mutation

Message
Performing Lab: Regions


Test Code
2528


Alias/See Also
Sunquest: F5LM; Factor V Leiden Mutation


CPT Codes
81241

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL EDTA whole blood (lavender-top) tube


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
Send 1 specimen if ordering both F2M and F5LM testing


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 15 days
Frozen: 3 Months


Methodology
PCR

Setup Schedule
1-2 times per week


Report Available
5 busines days


Reference Range
Homozygous (WT) wild-type genotype


Clinical Significance
Detection and genotyping of the Factor V Leiden mutation is used in the diagnosis and evaluation of patients with suspected thrombophilia




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.