VEGF Polymorphism Analysis

Test Code

16959

CPT Codes
81479

Preferred Specimen

5 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 8 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Gross hemolysis • Received frozen • Clotted specimens

Methodology
SNaPshot

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 FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Set up: Mon; Report available: 5 days

Reference Range

See Laboratory Report

Clinical Significance

This genotyping test provides information on the genetic background of patients who already have cancer. Different genotypes have been reported to correlate with response or side-effects to certain medications.

Performing Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA

33608 Ortega Highway

San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042

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.