Laboratory Medicine
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DNA studies
EDTA
| Test | DNA studies |
|---|---|
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| Profile | |
| Clinical Indication | Genetic services offered include the diagnosis of genetic disease, carrier testing for individuals at high risk of genetic disease, presymptomatic diagnosis of inherited adult onset disorders and prenatal diagnosis. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample Type | EDTA |
| Minimum Volume | 5-10 mL (adult) minimum 1 mL (paed) |
| Special Precautions | Appropriate tubes available from specimen reception. Tests for 'fragile X' require 10mL Lithium heparin & 5 mL EDTA blood. |
| Stability | 24 hrs (store overnight samples at 4C if necessary) |
| Turnaround Time | 1 - 2 weeks |
| Laboratory | Regional DNA Laboratory Leeds St James University Hospital |
| Reference Interval | None stated |
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