Referred Tests
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| Email: | mcl@mayo.edu |
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Test ID: SPECI
Specimen Source Identification
Useful For 
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Determining specimen origin when the patient identity of a specimen is in question
Genetics Test Information Provides information that may help with selection of the correct genetic test or proper submission of the test request
A panel of 12 microsatellite markers that recognize highly variable regions of human DNA is used in a PCR-based assay to compare the genotype for the specimen in question with that determined from DNA isolated from patient specimens of known identity.
Reflex Tests Lists tests that may or may not be performed, at an additional charge, depending on the result and interpretation of the initial tests.
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| _STR1 | Comp Analysis using STR (Bill only) | No | No |
| _STR2 | Add'l comp analysis w/STR (Bill Only) | No | No |
Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test
PCR. Microsatellite markers are used to compare the genotype for the specimen in question with that from DNA isolated from patient specimens of known identity.
NY State Available Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.
Yes
Reporting Name Lists a shorter or abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test
Specimen Source Identification
Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Specimen Identification
SPCID
SPCID