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HelpTest Code INHCO Inheritest Core (CF97,SMA,FraX)
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB6645
Epic Description: INHERITEST CORE(CF97,SMA,FRAX)
Synonym
481776
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred | Yellow-top (ACD-A) tube or lavender-top (EDTA) tube |
8.5 mL (1 tube) |
3 mL |
| Alternate | PurFlock buccal swab kit or Oragene Dx 500 saliva collection kit | One PurFlock buccal swab | One PurFlock buccal swab |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Maintain specimen at room temperature or refrigerate at 4°C. Do not freeze.
Performing Lab
LabCorp
Routine Turnaround Time
14 - 21 days (In some cases, additional time may be required for confirmatory or reflex tests.)
CSR Storage Requirements
Whole blood: 4 days at room temperature or 4°C
Buccal: 60 days at room temperature
Saliva: 60 days at room temperature
CPT Code Information
Contact CPT coding department at 800-222-7566, ext. 6-8400.
Patient Preparation
Standard phlebotomy; follow PurFlock buccal swab kit or Oragene Dx 500 saliva kit collection instructions. Do not eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum 30 minutes prior to collection.