G1691A Mutation; R506Q
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Factor V Leiden Mutation, Whole Blood
Test ID: FACVLEI
Test
Aliases/Synonyms
Method
PCR
Report Includes
Factor V Leiden Mutation
Specimens
Whole Blood
Clinical Utility
This test can detect the G1691A mutation.
Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
22-Dec-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Whole Blood
Collection Containers
Preferred
Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable
Blue top (3.2% buffered citrate); Yellow top (ACD)
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 | 1 day |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days |
Test Version
22-Dec-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
PCR
Turnaround Time
20 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Factor V Leiden Mutation |
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Sample Reports
Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
22-Dec-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| FACVLEI | 28950Factor V Leiden |
Sample Reports
Test Version
22-Dec-2023