Apolipoprotein E Genotyping, Cardiac Risk/ Alzheimer Risk
Test Code: TD_5637
CPT Code(s): 81401
$179
Test Details
Alternative Name(s)
Apo e mutation, cardiovascular Apoe genotyping, alzheimer risk Apoe genotyping, cardiac risk Apolipoprotein e mutation, cardio
Test Includes
Apolipoprotein E Genotyping, Cardiac Risk/ Alzheimer Risk
Methodology
Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) with allele-specific taqman probes
Rejection Criteria
Serum Plasma Heparin whole blood
Reference Range(s)
By report
Specimen Requirements
Preferred Specimen
EDTA (lavender top) tube
Minimum Volume
1 mL whole blood
Sample Stability
7 days room temperature 1 month refrigerated 1 month frozen
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Collection Instructions
Fill EDTA tube and gently mix by inverting the tube 8-10 times. Refrigerate. Note: This test is not recommended for nonsymptomatic patients under the age of 18 years. Note: Prior authorization is required by certain insurance products and state Medicaid programs. Please contact providers and follow instructions for authorization prior to ordering this test. If authorized, please provide documentation when submitting the order.