Apolipoprotein E Genotyping, Blood MGH Order Code: APOEG 
    Site
 
MGH
 
    System
 
SUNQUEST LAB
 
    Epic Lab Code
 
LAB39334
 
    Local Code
 
APOEG
 
    Specimen
 
BLOOD
 
    Container
 
Lavender top tube, EDTA, 10 ml
 
    Collection Instructions
 
NOTE:  This test is available in Epic only on the outpatient facility list.  If this test is needed on an inpatient please contact sendout lab at 617 724-8469 or the main core lab for additional instructions.
Preferred: draw 3 mL in a purple top (EDTA) tube. Also acceptable: 3 mL in a yellow top ACD-A tube.
 
    Testing Schedule
 
Run on Fridays at 10AM.
 
    Turnaround Time
 
5-10 days
 
    Order Message
 
Draw Monday-Thursday to arrive at Core Lab by 3PM.
 
    Test Usage
 
Determining the specific apolipoprotein E (APOE) genotypes in patients with type III hyperlipoproteinemia
 
    Additional Information
 
Additional information from reference laboratory
 
    Department
 
SENDOUTS
 
    Reference Laboratory
 
MAYO MEDICAL LABORATORY
 
    Methodology
 
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Including Restriction Digest
 
    Cost
 
$$$
 
    Send Out
 
Yes
 
    Stability
 
Must reach MML within 96 hours of draw.
 
    Transport Temperature
 
Refrigerate overnight.
 
    Category
 
CORE
 
    Reference Lab Code
 
APOEG
 
    Last Update
 
4/5/2021 20:51:47