ALPHA THALASSEMIA DNA ANALYSIS

Synonyms: a Thalassemia; Alpha Globin
Computer Code: (RATHA)
Specimen Collection: 4 mL blood (lavender or yellow ACD top tube).
Minimum Volume: 3 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Maintain at room temperature. Min 3 mL.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: SPEC C
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 10 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 81257
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII