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Cystic fibrosis (CFTR) Expanded Variant Panel

Important Note

Carrier screening for expectant individuals and those planning a pregnancy AND diagnostic testing for individuals with symptoms of classic CF.

Additional Codes

LAB52199

Performing Laboratory

ARUP Laboratory

Methodology

Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization-Time of Flight (MALDI-TOF)

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Whole blood

Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)

Specimen Volume: 3 mL

Collection Instructions:  Do not spin. Send specimen in original tube.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Day(s) Test Set Up

 

Turnaround Time:  5 to 10 days

 

Reference Values

An interpretive report will be provided.

Test Classification and CPT Coding

81220

 

Stability

Ambient: 72 hours

Refrigerated: 1 week

Frozen: 1 month

Necessary Information

In order to provide the best results, please provide the required information using the Cystic Fibrosis Panel Patient Form (ARUP)