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HelpTest ID BLOD0988 Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor-1 4G/5G Genotyping
Specimen Type/Requirements
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole blood (preferred)
Dark Green top (Sodium heparin w/out gel) tube - Whole blood
Dark Green top (Lithium heparin w/out gel) tube - Whole blood
Yellow top (ACD-A or ACD-B) tube - Whole blood
NOTE: Submit the required Quest Informed Consent for Genetic Testing with the specimen if the ordering medical facility is located in the following states:
AK, DE, FL, GA, IA, MA, MN, NV, NJ, NY, OR, SD or VT.
Test is affected by gross hemolysis but is not affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 5.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 3.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 8 days | Preferred for transport |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 8 days | |
| Frozen | Not acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Wednesday and Saturday
Report Available
7-11 days
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Performing Lab
Quest Chantilly forwards to Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano
CPT
81400
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 5618 | Plasminogen ACT Inhib |
| 8664 | Plasminogen ACT Interpretation |
AKA
PAI-1 4G/5G Polymorphism
PAI-1 (Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor-1)