Test Directory
HFE genotype analysis for haemochromatosis
Containers - Adult
Red Cap Tube EDTA KE 2.7ml
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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
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.