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APOE Genotyping, Whole Blood

Test ID: APOEGEN WB

Test

Method

QPCR

Method Description

Quantistudio real time PCR

Specimens

Whole Blood

Test Location

BC Neuroimmunology Lab, Room S-157, 2211 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver BC V6T 2B5

Specimen

Specimens

Whole Blood

Collection Containers

Lavender top (EDTA)

Sample Volume

5.0 mL

Minimum Volume

2.0 mL

Patient Preparation

The test will not be suitable for the patient who had a blood transfusion within 2-4 weeks, or the patient who had an allogenic bone marrow transplant.

Collection & Handling

Handling Information

Store and send cold as soon as possible.

Stability

Refrigerated 4 days
Frozen 30 days

Additional Stability Information

Avoid freeze thaw cycles

Performance / Interpretation

Method

QPCR

Method Description

Quantistudio real time PCR

Turnaround Time

11 days

Test Location

BC Neuroimmunology Lab, Room S-157, 2211 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver BC V6T 2B5

Interface / Setup

HL7 Interface Codes

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APOEGEN WB  Attachment