Test Directory

HFE genotype analysis for haemochromatosis

Containers - Adult

Red Cap Tube EDTA KE 2.7ml	Volume Range 2.7ml Additive per Container EDTA

Reference ranges

Individual reports are generated for each analysis.

In the UK population around one in eight individuals are estimated to carry the C282Y mutation, but these individuals are not at risk of developing disease and only a small proportion of the 1 in 200 people living in the UK with homozygous C282Y will develop clinically significant disease requiring medical intervention.

Laboratory Site

Ninewells Hospital Dundee

Dundee
DD1 9SY

Telephone: 01382 660111

Transport arrangements

Specimens should be kept at room temperature and sent directly to the laboratory as soon as possible by first class post.

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

Availability

Test not available during restricted service.

Anticipated turnaround

6-8 weeks

What happens if the result is positive or abnormal

Genetic results will not be telephoned. They can be emailed if secure addresses are verified.

General additional information

Samples for HFE analysis are prepared at RIE and forwarded to the national reference laboratory at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee for testing. The subsequent reports are returned to RIE for distribution to the requesting clinician.