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APO E GENOTYPING

Test Code:L489Specimen Collection:Whole Blood EDTA Lavender Tube
Component:

Method:

Illumina SNP Array

Collection Notes:Evaluate individuals with elevated cholesterol and triglycerides for the E2/E2 genotype associated with type III hyperlipoproteinemia. Aid in the diagnosis of hyperlipoproteinemia.
Clinical Utility:This test is intended for evaluation of cardiovascular risk, not for evaluation of those suspected of having Alzheimer's disease.
CPT Code:81401Testing Location:Sent to reference lab
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPE
Temperature:

Whole Blood (5 mL) EDTA

Refrigerated
 
2
 
Months