PROTHR GM
Prothrombin Gene Mutation
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2362
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Type:
Whole blood
Preferred Volume:
4 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Store and Transport:
Room temperature (15° to 30° C) for up to 3 days
Refrigerated (2° to 8° C ) for up to 7 days
Frozen (-15° to -25° C) for up to 6 weeks
Refrigerated (2° to 8° C ) for up to 7 days
Frozen (-15° to -25° C) for up to 6 weeks
CPT Codes:
81240 - Prothrombin Gene Mutation (EAP 30150731)
Test Schedule:
One time per week
Method:
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Reference Ranges:
Prothrombin gene mutation not present