Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2A, Mutation Screen
MEN2, RET, Oncogene, Emory Code: VU
Test Codes
Testing requires pathology approval prior to collection.
Department
Send Outs
Instructions
This test is not included in the Beaumont Laboratory testing formulary, however, the Laboratory can facilitate specimen collection.
- This test requires pathology review. Contact the Send Outs Laboratory at 248-551-9045 before ordering this test.
- Testing requires the ordering physician to complete forms for the independent clinical laboratory performing the testing.
- This test will be billed to the patient's insurance. If not covered by insurance, the patient is responsible for the full cost of testing.
- Specimens received without the appropriate forms and information will not be shipped.
- Once approved, order test as a Miscellaneous Send Out (XMISC).
Specimen Collection Criteria
Collect (Adults): Two Lavender-top EDTA tubes or Yellow-top ACD tubes, after obtaining necessary pathology approval.
Also acceptable (Children/Infants): One Lavender-top EDTA tube or Yellow-top ACD tube, after obtaining necessary pathology approval.
Physician Office/Draw Specimen Preparation
Do not centrifuge. Maintain whole blood at room temperature (20-26°C or 68-78.8°F) prior to transport. Pathology review and all appropriate forms must be completed prior to specimen transport.
Preparation for Courier Transport
Transport: 10 mL whole blood with all appropriate forms and information, at room temperature (20-26°C or 68-78.8°F). (Minimum: 5.0 mL Adult) (Minimum: 2.0 mL Children)
Rejection Criteria
- Specimens received without prior Laboratory notification and review.
- Centrifuged specimens.
- Frozen specimens.
- Specimens not collected and processed as indicated.
In-Lab Processing
Do not centrifuge. Maintain whole blood at room temperature (20-26°C or 68-78.8°F) prior to transport.
Transport: 10 mL whole blood with all appropriate forms and information, at room temperature (20-26°C or 68-78.8°F). (Minimum: 5.0 mL Adult) (Minimum: 2.0 mL Children)
Storage
Specimen Stability for Testing:
Room Temperature (20-26°C or 68-78.8°F): 5 days
Refrigerated (2-8°C or 36-46°F): 5 days
Frozen (-20°C/-4°F or below): Unacceptable
Specimen Storage in Department Prior to Disposal:
Specimen retention time is determined by the policy of the reference laboratory. Contact the Send Outs Laboratory with any questions.
Laboratory
Sent to Emory Genetics Laboratory, Decatur, GA.
Performed
Varies.
Results available in 4 weeks.
Reference Range
An interpretive report will be issued.
Test Methodology
CGH array.
Interpretation
By report.
CPT Codes
81228
Contacts
Send Outs Laboratory – RO
248-551-9045
Name: Send Outs Laboratory – RO
Location:
Phone: 248-551-9045
Last Updated
10/17/2023
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