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Cationic Trypsinogen
MessageMayo Clinic test code: PRSSZ
Test Code
CATTR
Alias/See Also
0000998
CPT Codes
81404
Includes
Full sequencing of the PRSS1 gene includes R122H, N29I, and A16V mutations
Preferred Specimen
3 mL whole blood from Lavender top (EDTA) or yellow top (ACD)
Patient Preparation
A previous bone marrow transplant from an allogenic donor will interfere with testing. Call 800-533-1710 for instructions for testing patients who have received a bone marrow transplant.
Minimum Volume
1 mL whole blood
Instructions
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send specimen in original tube.
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send specimen in original tube.
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Not defined in Mayo Clinic test menu.
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
All specimens will be evaluated by Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability
Report Available
14 to 20 days
Reference Range
See Patient Report for Reference Range and/or Interpretation of Results
Clinical Significance
Confirmation of suspected clinical diagnosis of hereditary pancreatitis (HP) in patients with chronic pancreatitis
Identification of familial PRSSI mutation to allow for predictive and diagnostic testing in family members
Identification of familial PRSSI mutation to allow for predictive and diagnostic testing in family members
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories
