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Test Code MTHFR MUTR MTHFR Mutations, Blood

Cerner Test Code

MTHFR MUTR

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Preferred: Lavender

Acceptable: Dk Blu EDTA or GRN NA Hep

Specimen Draw Volume

Volume: 4.0 mL

Minimum Volume: 3.0 mL

Processing Instructions

Draw in a EDTA Lavender Top tube. Do not centrifuge specimen. Do not transfer blood to other containers. Send Room Temp.

Stability

Stability: Room Temp 8 days, Refrigerated 8 days, Frozen 30 days.

CPT(s)

81291

Methodology

PCR

Performing Location

Quest Diagnostics, Valencia, CA.

Rejection Criteria

Do not centrifuge