Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase (MTHFR) Test | Austin Pathology

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Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase (MTHFR)

Alternate Names	THF Reductase, MTHFR, C667T, A1298C
Ordering Information	This test is for Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase C667T and A1298C Gene Mutations.
Laboratory	Referred Test
Specimen	Blood
Container	EDTA (purple)
Additional Collection Instructions	The specimen must be received in Austin Pathology within 72 hours of collection. Please collect a DEDICATED 1 x 4mL EDTA tube.
Minimum Adult Volume	4mL
Minimum Paediatric Volume	None
Frequency	Weekly

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Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)

Test Code	AMTHFR
Container ID	EW
Storage Instructions	Store specimen at room temperature
Additional (Storage) Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Store blood sample in the room temperature Referred Work bucket.
Transport Instructions	Transport at room temperature
External Laboratory	Haematology, Melbourne Health Shared Pathology Service