13 days
Three genetic variants of Apolipoprotein L1 (ApoL1) — wild- type (WT), G1, and G2 — are determined by identifying the corresponding mutations in the protein sequence of ApoL1 circulating in whole blood.
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Genetic markers associated with increased risk of kidney disease, particularly in individuals of African descent.
Serum or Plasma
1 mL
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube or gel-barrier tube
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |