Prothrombin Gene Mutation Not FDA-approved

Test Name

Prothrombin Gene Mutation (Not FDA - Approved)

Alternate Description

Factor II Mutation (Prothrombin)

Availability

Setup: Tues, Thurs at reference lab

Lab Section

Specimen Processing Area

Fluid Type

Whole Blood

Specimen Tube Type Transport

Lavender Top or ACD A Yellow Top

Container Whole Blood Required

5 ml whole blood in (2) Lavender Tops or 1 ACD A Yellow Top Tube

Summary Test Name

Prothrombin Gene Mutation Not FDA-approved

Specimen Stability

72 hours if refrigerated

Minimum Volume

3.0 ml whole blood

Specimen Transport

Refrigerate

Specimen Preparation In House

Ship whole blood refrigerated.

Reference Value

Accompanies report