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How To Order

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http://www.nemours.org/pediatric-research/labservices/diagnostic/molecular-diagnostics-lab.html

How To Order

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Patient samples should be shipped via overnight delivery at room temperature. Each specimen should be labeled with the patient’s name, date of birth, medical record number/unique identifier, and date of sample collection. No weekend or holiday deliveries. Send specimens with a completed sample requisition form, otherwise, specimen processing may be delayed. Specimen requirements: One tube of 3-5cc blood in an EDTA (purple top) tube.

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Specimen Source

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  • Isolated DNA
  • Peripheral (whole) blood

Test Codes

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CPT© Code(s):
81403, 81404

Test Orderable By

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  • Genetic Counselor
  • Health Care Provider
  • Licensed Physician

Test services

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  • Clinical Testing/Confirmation of Mutations Identified Previously
  • Confirmation of research findings
  • Custom Prenatal Testing

Ordering Requirements

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Contact Policy

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  • Laboratory can only accept contact from health care providers. Patients/families are encouraged to discuss genetic testing options with their health care provider.

Laboratory Contact For This Test

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  • Susan Kirwin, BS, Staff
  • Phone Number: 302-651-6777
  • Email: skirwin@nemours.org
  • Fax Number: 302-651-6795

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