Factor V(5) Leiden
Order Code:
F5MUT
Test Summary
Factor V Leiden is the genetic marker for activated protein C resistance (APC-R). Mutations for the Factor V R506Q (Leiden) indicate increased risk for thrombophilia.
Aliases
- N/A
Specimen Collection
Special Instructions
N/A
Preferred Specimen
5 mL whole blood EDTA (lavender top)
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL whole blood
Instructions
Avoid hemolysis. Gently invert 10 times.
Patient Preparation
N/A
Storage
Lavender top tube (EDTA)
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (preferred) or Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
- Room Temperature = 24 hours
- Refrigerated = 7 days
- Frozen = Acceptable
Limitations
N/A
Other Acceptable Specimens
N/A
Unacceptable Specimens
Rejected for gross hemolysis
Order Code
F5MUT
EPIC (Premier) Code
LAB182
Includes
N/A
CPT Code
- 81241
Billing Code
- 301034
CPT Statement
Methodology
The Factor V Leiden gene mutation is analyzed by polymerase chain reaction amplification of the Factor V gene.
FDA Status
FDA Approved
Physician Attestation of Informed Consent
N/A
Testing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine OH, 45439
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine OH, 45439
Department
Molecular/Serology
Reference Range
N/A
Setup Schedule / Expected Turnaround Time
Monday - Friday; MD; Report available: 1 - 3 days
Specimen Collection
Special Instructions
N/A
Preferred Specimen
5 mL whole blood EDTA (lavender top)
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL whole blood
Instructions
Avoid hemolysis. Gently invert 10 times.
Patient Preparation
N/A
Storage
Lavender top tube (EDTA)
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (preferred) or Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
- Room Temperature = 24 hours
- Refrigerated = 7 days
- Frozen = Acceptable
Limitations
N/A
Other Acceptable Specimens
N/A
Unacceptable Specimens
Rejected for gross hemolysis
Result Information
Methodology
The Factor V Leiden gene mutation is analyzed by polymerase chain reaction amplification of the Factor V gene.
Testing Laboratory
N/A
Reference Range
N/A
Setup Schedule / Expected Turnaround Time
Monday - Friday; MD; Report available: 1 - 3 days