Test Directory
Prothrombin G20210A and Factor V Leiden screen for Thrombophilia
Containers - Adult
Red Cap Tube EDTA KE 2.7ml
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Volume Range
2.7ml
Additive per Container
EDTA |
Reference ranges
For both the Factor V Leiden mutation and Prothrombin 20210 G-A Mutation, the reference range is Homozygous Negative.
Laboratory Site
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Transport arrangements
Specimens should be kept at room temperature and sent directly to the laboratory as soon as possible by first class post. Specimen must be transported within a plastic sealable bag or other suitable container.
Sample storage arrangements
Specimens must NOT be frozen. If a delay in sending a specimen is unavoidable it must be refrigerated overnight.
How to request
Request form. Electronic ordering where available (e.g. TRAK)
Availability
Monday - Friday: routine service 09:00 - 17:00. Test not available during restricted service.
Anticipated turnaround
21 days
What happens if the result is positive or abnormal
Genetic results will not be telephoned. They can be emailed if secure addresses are verified.
Static information/disclaimer
This test is accredited to ISO 15189:2012
General additional information
The Prothrombin G20210A and Factor V Leiden screen for Thrombophilia forms part of the wider 'Hereditary Thrombophilia Screen' and are often requested together. However, the genetic testing is performed in a separate Laboratory and as a result, a separate report will be issued with the Prothrombin G20210A and Factor V Leiden results.
Citrated anticoagulated venous blood or 150µl DNA may be sent instead of an EDTA specimen.