Huntington's disease screen
Test Information
Test Name
Huntington's disease screen
Synonyms
Huntington Disease genetic testing
Preferred Specimen
EDTA
Testing Location
Referral
Turn Around Time
6 weeks
Collection Information
Availability
Preparation
- Diagnostic referrals for >55yrs requires referral through Genetic Services or Neurology
- All predictive and pre-symptomatic testing only through Genetics Services
- Click here to link to Genetic Health Service NZ
Processing Information
Registration Code
HUNT
Notes
- DO NOT share sample; dedicated tube required
- DO NOT centrifuge or freeze
Methodology
Interpretations
View InterpretationsContact Information
laura.yau@pathlab.co.nz
External Referral Information
Referral Location
LabPlus (via WHL)
Send Away Transport
Ambient on day of collection. Refrigerate overnight or weekend then send ambient
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