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HelpTest Code HFE Hemochromatosis HFE Gene Analysis, Blood
Testing Algorithm
See Hereditary Hemochromatosis Algorithm in Special Instructions.
Special Instructions
Method Name
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)-Based Assay Utilizing Agena Mass Array Platform
Specimen Type
VariesShipping Instructions
Specimen preferred to arrive within 96 hours of draw.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: A previous bone marrow transplant from an allogenic donor will interfere with testing. Call 800-533-1710 for instructions for testing patients who have received a bone marrow transplant.
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA) or yellow top (ACD)
Acceptable: Any anticoagulant
Specimen Volume: 2.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send specimen in original tube.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Ambient (preferred) | ||
| Frozen | |||
| Refrigerated | |||
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated by Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
An interpretative report will be provided.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; 2 p.m.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
81256-HFE (hemochromatosis) (eg, hereditary hemochromatosis) gene analysis, common variants (eg, C282Y, H63D)
Forms
1. New York Clients-Informed consent is required. Document on the request form or electronic order that a copy is on file. The following documents are available in Special Instructions:
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (T576)
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing-Spanish (T826)
2. Molecular Genetics: Congenital Inherited Diseases Patient Information (T521) in Special Instructions
3. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Benign Hematology Test Request Form (T755) with the specimen.