INTERLEUKIN 28B POLYMORPHISM

Synonyms: HCV; IL28B; rs 12979860
Computer Code: (RIL28)
Specimen Collection: 7 mL blood (lavender, yellow ACD top tube or 2 buccal swabs). Genetic consent required (See Test Requisitions and Consents #6)
Minimum Volume: 5 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Maintain whole blood or buccal swabs refrigerated or at room temperature. Need genetic consent. Min. 3.0 mL whole blood. Transport specimen at room temperature.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: SPEC C
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 5 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 81400
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII