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Macular Degeneration, Age-Related, 2 DNA Markers : 0051674

Mnemonic: AMD

Methodology:	Polymerase Chain Reaction/Fluorescence Monitoring
Performed:	Mon, Thu
Reported:	4-10 days
Specimen Required:	Collect: Lavender (EDTA), pink (K₂EDTA), or yellow (ACD Solution A or B). Specimen Preparation: Transport 3 mL whole blood. (Min: 1 mL) Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 72 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable

Reference Interval: By report
Interpretive Data:	Refer to report Counseling and informed consent are recommended for genetic testing. Consent forms are available online at www.aruplab.com. Refer to Statement C under Testing Information at http://www.aruplab.com.
Note:	This test is not recommended for nonsymptomatic patients under 18 years of age. This assay detects the following variants: Y402H in CFH (complement factor H), and rs10490924 to assess age-related macular degeneration risk.
CPT Code(s):	83891 Isolation; 83900 Amplification; 83896 x4 Nucleic acid probe; 83912 Interpretation and report - Additional CPT code modifiers may be required for procedures performed to test for oncologic or inherited disorders.

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