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Test ID: TPMTGENO

Thiopurine Methyltransferase (TPMT) Genotype, Blood

Test Overview

Method

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Result Included

Thiopurine Methyltransferase (TPMT) Genotype

Specimen

Specimen Type

Whole Blood (EDTA)

Volume

Sample Volume

3 mL

Collection & Handling

Handling Information

Do not freeze specimen. Send specimen in original collection tube. Do not transfer to polypropylene transfer vial.

Additional Information

Specimen must be received at the testing site within 7 days of collection. If your test order does not specify Genotyping TPMT Activity will be analyzed.

Stability

Ambient Refrigerated Frozen
24 hours 7 days Unacceptable

Performance & Interpretation

Turnaround Time

21 days

Results

Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
  1. TPMT Genotype

Referral Location

Canada

Test Version

Last Updated

2019-09-30