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.

Alternative Specimen

N/A