Web: | mayocliniclabs.com |
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Email: | mcl@mayo.edu |
Telephone: | 800-533-1710 |
International: | +1 855-379-3115 |
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When this test is ordered, comparative genomic hybridization array will always be performed at an additional charge.
See Colonic Polyposis Syndromes Testing Algorithm in Special Instructions.
This test should be ordered only for individuals with symptoms suggestive of juvenile polyposis syndrome. Asymptomatic patients with a family history of juvenile polyposis syndrome should not be tested until a variant has been identified in an affected family member.
Specimen preferred to arrive within 96 hours of collection.
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: 3 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send specimen in original tube.
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: Inherited Cancer Syndromes Patient Information (T519) in Special Instructions
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
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Varies | Ambient (preferred) | ||
Frozen | |||
Refrigerated |