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Test for three of the most common hereditary genetic diseases—cystic fibrosis, spinal muscular atrophy, and fragile X syndrome—plus alpha-thalassemia and beta-hemoglobinopathies.
Test Code
3505
CPT Code
81220, 81329, 81243*, 81257, 81361
Specimen Type
Whole blood or mouthwash specimens accepted.
Collection
- Complete the test requisition form (provided separately).
- Peel off label from the test requisition and label tube with patient's name and date of birth. Failure to provide two patient identifiers will prevent or delay testing.
- Follow collection protocol based on sample type in kit.
- Put the sample in the specimen bag with the absorbent sleeve and seal the bag.
- Insert completed test requisition form into outer pocket of specimen bag.
Stability
5 days ambient. 10 days refrigerated.
Store at room temperature 65 – 86°F (18 – 30°C).
Turn Around Time
7 – 10 days
†Carrier testing for fragile X is not performed in males. Reflexive Xpansion Interpreter® testing is provided for female carriers of 55 – 90 CGG repeats.
*CPT code 81243 does not apply to male patients.