Factor V (Leiden) Mutation Analysis : 17900

Test Code
F5LQ or 17900


CPT Codes
81241

Transport Container
Preferred Specimen: 5 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Alternative Specimens: Whole blood collected in EDTA (royal blue-top), sodium heparin (green-top), ACD solution A or B (yellow-top) tube, or lithium heparin (green-top)

Minimum Volume: 3 mL


Transport Temperature
Room temperature.


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 8 days; Refrigerated: 8 days; Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction and Detection

Setup Schedule
Sunday - Saturday


Report Available
3-5 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
Factor V (Leiden) Mutation is a point mutation that causes resistance of Factor V protein degradation by activated protein C (APC). This mutation is associated with increased risk of venous thrombosis.


Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics



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