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HNPCC/Lynch Syndrome Deletion/Duplication : 2001728

Patient History for HNPCC/Lynch Syndrome Testing

Mnemonic: HNPCC DD

Methodology:	Polymerase Chain Reaction/Multiplex Ligation-dependent Probe Amplification
Performed:	Varies
Reported:	Within 14 days
Specimen Required:	Collect: One 3 mL whole blood lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA) or yellow (ACD Solution A or B). Storage/Transport Temperature: 3 mL whole blood at 2-8°C. (Min: 1 mL) Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 3 days; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable

Interpretive Data:	Refer to report. Counseling and informed consent are recommended for genetic testing. Consent forms are available online at www.aruplab.com. Please refer to Statement C in the Compliance Statements section in the front of the Laboratory Test Directory.
Note:	Available for MLH1, MSH2, MSH6 or PMS2 genes.
CPT Code(s):	83891 Isolation; 83896 Nucleic Acid Probes; 83898 Amplification; 83914 Extension; 83909 Capillary Electrophoresis; 83912 Interpretation and report - Additional CPT code modifiers may be required for procedures performed to test for oncologic or inherited disorders.
Cross References:	Lynch Syndrome/HNPCC Deletion/Duplication

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