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Huntingtons Investigation (Blood)

Alternate Names
Huntington's Disease Genetic Test, Huntington's Disease Genotype
Test Code
MISCSO
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

9 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

Patient to be referred to neurologist for diagnostic tests and to genetics clinic for predictive testing.

Collection Instructions

Please collect a DEDICATED 1 x 9mL EDTA tube or 2 x 4mL EDTA tubes. 

Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store ambient at room temperature
Testing Frequency
Once every 2 months
Min Test Volume
4mL
Add On Test Suitability

Add ons for this test cannot be performed. 

Container ID
EW, EWL
CSR Instructions

WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE.

Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception 

  • Place sample in Room Temperature Sendout tub.  
Laboratory Instructions
None
External Laboratory
Molecular Medicine Laboratory, Concord RGH
Accredited Test
Yes