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Epic Code LAB848 Thiopurine Methyltransferase (TPMT) Genetics

Important Note

Order as Reference Miscellaneous #LAB848; indicate complete test name when ordering.

Additional Test Codes

Prometheus code: 3300

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Whole blood (EDTA)
Container/Tube: 6 mL Pink Top (EDTA)
Volume: 5 mL
Minimum volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood refrigerated

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

Ambient: 10 days

Refrigerate: 30 days

Test Frequency

Sent to reference laboratory, TAT up to 7 days.

Performing Department

REFERRAL SEND OUTS

Performing Department Laboratory Location

Send out to Prometheus Ref. Lab

Methodology

Methodology not available at this time.

CPT

81335

Epic Test ID

1230101117

Reviewed Date

6/9/2023