Test directory: alpha-Thalassemia, DNA Amniotic

Ordering Code 7768
Test Name alpha-Thalassemia, DNA Amniotic
Alias Alpha-Thal Amnio
Preferred Specimen Amniotic Fluid
Preferred Container Sterile Container
Optimum Volume 10 mL
Collection Instructions Collect M-W only due to short stability
Submission of maternal blood is recommended for fetal testing.
Transport Requirements Oahu: Ambient
Airline: Ambient
Specimen Stability Ambient: 4 Days
Refrigerated: 4 Days
Frozen: Not Stable
Rejection Criteria Frozen
Avail. Stat NO
Analytic Time 12-19 Days
Methodology Polymerase 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 June 29, 2025.
Component Age Male Norm Male Critical Low Male Critical High Female Norm Female Critical High Female Critical Low Units Add'l info
a-Thalassemia, Amniotic ALL See report.