Test Overview
Clinical Utility
This test determines the subtypes of APOE which will aid in the risk assessment of Corornary Heart Disease (CHD) and Hyperlipoproteinemia.
Method
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Aliases/Synonyms
Apolipoprotein E Genotype; ApoE Genotype
Specimen
Specimen Type
Whole Blood (EDTA)Volume
Sample Volume
4.0 mL
Minimum Volume
2.0 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 8 days | 8 days | 30 days |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
9 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
ApoE GenotypeNoneInterpreted on report
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIAPOEG | ApoE GENOTYPE | 62297 | |
| Comments | 62298 | ||
| GUIDANCE STATEMENTS | 62299 | ||
| REVIEWER | 62300 | ||
| GENERAL GUIDANCE | 62301 | ||
| METHOD | 62302 | ||
| LIMITATIONS | 62303 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-03-19