Surfactant Dysfunction & Respiratory Distress Panel (GREENWOOD GENETICS)

Test Code
1230120018


Alias/See Also
LAB2509: Surfactant Dysfunction & Respiratory Distress in Premature Infants Panel | DNASDR


CPT Codes
81479x1

Preferred Specimen
GREENWOOD GENETICS LAB: LAVENDER TOP-EDTA (Room Temperature) Min Vol: 3


Instructions
3-5 mL of peripheral blood collected in an EDTA (lavender top) Vacutainer tube is preferred. The minimal blood needed for reliable DNA isolation is 3 mL.


Transport Temperature
Transport: The specimen should be kept at room temperature and delivered via overnight shipping. FedEx is preferred. If shipment is delayed by one or two days, the specimen should be refrigerated and shipped at room temperature. Do not freeze the specimen. Samples collected on Friday can be safely designated for Monday delivery. Turnaround time MLPA: 2 weeks SMN1 sequencing: 3 weeks



Last Updated: March 6, 2023


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