- YMTHFN
MTHFR DNA Analysis
Specimen:
Test Code
YMTHFN
Specimen Name
MTHFR DNA Analysis
Collect
1-EDTA
Also acceptable K2EDTA, Yellow ACD Solution A or B
Also acceptable K2EDTA, Yellow ACD Solution A or B
Submit
3 mLs (Min: 1 mL) Whole Blood Refrigerated
Special Handling
Immediately mix tubes thoroughly upon collection.
Rejection Criteria
Plasma or serum. Heparinized specimens. Frozen specimens in glass collection tubes.
Stability
Ambient 3 days; Refrigerated 1 week; Frozen 1 month
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) / Fluorescence Monitoring
Performed
Sunday - Saturday
Reported
3-7 days
CPT Codes
- 81291
Components
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Additional Information
*PREAUTHORIZATION IS REQUIRED FOR INSURANCE BILLING* SUBMIT PRE-AUTHORIZATION FORM OR ENTER PRE-AUTHORIZATION NUMBER ON ELECTRONIC ORDER. Examines one genetic factor that contributes to hyperhomocysteinemia. Test is not recommended for recurrent pregnancy loss, thrombophilia screening, or neural tube defect risk assessment, or for family members of individuals with known MTHFR variants. https://www.testmenu.com/nebraska/Tests/TechnicalBulletin/245
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Common Lab Definitions
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