Test directory: alpha-Thalassemia, DNA Amniotic

Ordering Code7768
Test Namealpha-Thalassemia, DNA Amniotic
AliasAlpha-Thal Amnio
Preferred SpecimenAmniotic Fluid
Preferred ContainerSterile Container
Optimum Volume10 mL
Collection InstructionsCollect M-W only due to short stability
Submission of maternal blood is recommended for fetal testing.
Transport RequirementsOahu: Ambient
Airline: Ambient
Specimen StabilityAmbient: 4 Days
Refrigerated: 4 Days
Frozen: Not Stable
Rejection CriteriaFrozen
Avail. StatNO
Analytic Time12-19 Days
MethodologyPolymerase chain reaction (PCR) and multiplex ligation- dependent probe amplification (MLPA)
Reference Lab Esoterix Genetic Laboratories, LLC
Insurance Pre-Authorization HAWAII MEDICAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY HEALTH ALLIANCE

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of November 23, 2024.
ComponentAgeMale NormMale Critical LowMale Critical HighFemale NormFemale Critical HighFemale Critical LowUnitsAdd'l info
a-Thalassemia, AmnioticALLSee report.