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Hereditary Hemochromatosis, DNA Analysis

Order Code
1725311
CPT
81256
Test Details
Synonyms

HFE hemochromatosis C282Y H63D S65C

TAT

14 days

Methodology

Real-Time PCR 

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Once a week

Test Overview

Genetic testing for hereditary hemochromatosis; diagnosis and management of iron overload disorders.

Specimen Type

Peripheral blood

Volume

3 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) 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
Refrigerated 7 days
Order Code
1725311
CPT
81256
Test Details
Synonyms

HFE hemochromatosis C282Y H63D S65C

TAT

14 days

Methodology

Real-Time PCR 

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Once a week

Test Overview

Genetic testing for hereditary hemochromatosis; diagnosis and management of iron overload disorders.

Specimen Type

Peripheral blood

Volume

3 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) 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
Refrigerated 7 days