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Apolipoprotein L1 Risk Variants

Order Code
167570
CPT
82542
Test Details
TAT

13 days

Methodology

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.

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Genetic markers associated with increased risk of kidney disease, particularly in individuals of African descent.

Specimen Type

Serum or Plasma

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube or gel-barrier tube

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 14 days
Refrigerated 14 days
Frozen 14 days
Order Code
167570
CPT
82542
Test Details
TAT

13 days

Methodology

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.

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Genetic markers associated with increased risk of kidney disease, particularly in individuals of African descent.

Specimen Type

Serum or Plasma

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube or gel-barrier tube

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 14 days
Refrigerated 14 days
Frozen 14 days