Specimen: 3 mL (2 mL min.) Whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE.

Stability (Room): 6 hrs

Stability (Refrigerated): 72 hrs

Stability (Frozen): N/A

Method: Real Time PCR

Comment:

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Turnaround time (TAT): 10 – 15 days

Usage: Factor V Leiden Mutation is a point mutation that causes resistance of Factor V degradation by Activated Protein C. This mutation is associated with increased risk of venous thrombosis. This assay is used in patients with clinically suspected Thrombophilia and family history of Factor V Leiden mutation.

Specialty: Hematologist

Disease: Thromboembolic disorders

Components: *Factor V Leiden Mutation *Prothrombin Gene Mutation *MTHFR Gene Mutation

Courier Charges:

Home Collection: Available

Department: MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS

Pre-test Information: MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS