REF MISC
Galactosemia (GALT) DNA Sequencing
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA) tube or Yellow-top (ACD)
Specimen Type:
Whole blood
Preferred Volume:
8.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
3.0 mL
Store and Transport:
Room temperature or refrigerated
Stability:
Room Temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 30 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Frozen specimen; quantity not sufficient for analysis; improper container.
CPT Codes:
81406
Method:
Next generation sequencing (NGS)
Clinical Significance:
This test is used for carrier and diagnostic testing for GALT-related galactosemia.