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Beta-Globin Complete : 14974
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Test Code
BETGLQ or 14974
Alias/See Also
Beta-Thalassemia Mutation Analysis
CPT Codes
81364
Instructions
Lavender (EDTA), green (no gel) (sodium heparin) or yellow (ACD Solution A or B) tube.
Transport Container
Transport 5 mL whole blood, (Min: 3 mL).
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 8 days; Refrigerated: 8 days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Frozen whole blood.
Methodology
DNA Sequencing, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Setup Schedule
Monday & Thursday
Report Available
14 days (From receipt at performing laboratory)
Limitations
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Reference Range
By report.
Clinical Significance
1) To identify disease-causing mutations in individuals affected with beta-thalassemia.
2) To identify carriers in high-risk ethnic group or people with positive family history.
3) Prenatal diagnosis of beta-thalassemia.
2) To identify carriers in high-risk ethnic group or people with positive family history.
3) Prenatal diagnosis of beta-thalassemia.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics
