REF MISC
Cytochrome P450 2D6 Genotyping
Synonyms:
Tamoxifen 2D6 Genotyping
P450 CYP Tamoxifen
CYP2D6 GENO
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA) tube or yellow top (ACD) tube
Specimen Type:
Whole blood
Preferred Volume:
5 mL (blood)
Minimum Volume:
3 mL (blood)
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
Room temperature - 7 days
Refrigerated - 7 days
Frozen - 2 years
Unacceptable Condition:
Hemolysis, quantity not sufficient, or collected in an improper container, or buccal swabs will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
81226
Method:
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and primer extension