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Test ID:
PTMUT
Prothrombin Mutation, Whole Blood – Temporarily Unavailable
Test Overview
Clinical Utility
This test can detect the G20210A mutation.
Method
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Result Included
Prothrombin Mutation
Aliases/Synonyms
PT mutation; Factor II 20210 Mutation; G20210A
Specimen
Specimen Type
Whole BloodContainers
Preferred Containers
Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable Containers
Blue top (3.2% buffered citrate); Yellow top (ACD)
Volume
Sample Volume
4.0 mL
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Do not centrifuge or concentrate the blood sample by plasma removal.
Store and send cold.
Due to the short stability, the sample must be received at ICL Monday to Thursday before noon within 48 hours of collection.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated |
|---|---|
| 1 day | 3 days |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
20 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Prothrombin MutationInterpretation provided on report
Sample Report
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PTMUT | ASSAY RESULTS | 28952 | |
| COMMENT | 65816 | ||
| DISCLAIMER | 65817 | ||
| METHODOLOGY | 65818 | ||
| REFERENCES | 65819 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-12-22