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Huntingtons Investigation (Blood)
Alternate Names
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Huntington's Disease Genetic Test, Huntington's Disease Genotype |
Test Code
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MISCSO |
Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
Specimen Type
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Blood |
Container Type
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9 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED ![]() |
Medicare Rebate
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Yes |
Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
Ordering Information
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Patient to be referred to neurologist for diagnostic tests and to genetics clinic for predictive testing. |
Collection Instructions
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Please collect a DEDICATED 1 x 9mL EDTA tube or 2 x 4mL EDTA tubes. |
Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
Storage Instructions
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Store ambient at room temperature |
Testing Frequency
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Once every 2 months |
Min Test Volume
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4mL |
Add On Test Suitability
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Add ons for this test cannot be performed. |
Container ID
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EW, EWL |
CSR Instructions
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WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception
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Laboratory Instructions
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None |
External Laboratory
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Molecular Medicine Laboratory, Concord RGH |
Accredited Test
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Yes |
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