- APOEG
Apolipoprotein E (APOE) Genotyping, Alzheimer Risk
Specimen:
Test Code
APOEG
Specimen Name
Apolipoprotein E (APOE) Genotyping, Alzheimer Risk
Collect
1-EDTA Also acceptable Yellow (ACD Solution A or B)
Submit
3 mLs (Min: 1 mL) Whole Blood Refrigerated
Special Handling
—
Rejection Criteria
Plasma or serum. Heparinized specimens. Frozen specimens in glass collection tubes.
Stability
Ambient 72 hours; Refrigerated 7 days; Frozen 1 month
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) / Fluorescence Monitoring
Performed
Varies
Reported
3-8 days
CPT Codes
- 81401
Components
—
Additional Information
*PREAUTHORIZATION IS REQUIRED FOR INSURANCE BILLING* SUBMIT PRE-AUTHORIZATION FORM OR ENTER PRE-AUTHORIZATION NUMBER ON ELECTRONIC ORDER Testing of fetal specimens or specimens from patients under the age of 18 years is not offered. Counseling and informed consent are recommended for genetic testing. https://ltd.aruplab.com/api/ltd/pdf/245
Disclaimer:
It is preferable to locate tests on the website and not rely on printed test information, which may soon be out of date. Updated test information can only be guaranteed by using this website.
Choose the Right Test
Test Information
How to Label Your Sample
- Label Your Test 1
- Label Your Test 2
- Label Your Test 3
- Label Your Test 4
- Label Your Test 5
Common Test Phrases
- Label Your Test 1
- Label Your Test 2
- Label Your Test 3
- Label Your Test 4
- Label Your Test 5
Common Lab Definitions
- Serum
- Plasma
- STT