Apolipoprotein B gene mutation
Test Information
Test Name
Apolipoprotein B gene mutation
Synonyms
Apo B100 Genotyping; Familial hypercholesterolaemia; Hypercholesterolaemia (Familial); Familial defective apolipoprotein B100 Genotyping
Preferred Specimen
EDTA (Whole blood)
Testing Location
Referral
Turn Around Time
4 weeks
Processing Information
Registration Code
MISS
Notes
- DO NOT centrifuge; whole blood required
- DO NOT share sample; dedicated tube required
- DO NOT freeze
Methodology
Interpretations
View InterpretationsContact Information
laura.yau@pathlab.co.nz
External Referral Information
Referral Location
Canterbury Health Laboratory (via WHL)
Send Away Transport
Ambient on day of collection. Refrigerate overnight or weekend then send ambient
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