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HelpTest Code FPAIG Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor-1, 4G/5G Genotyping (PAI-1 Polymorphism)
Method Name
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) technologies.
Reporting Name
PAI-1 Gene PolymorphismSpecimen Type
Whole bloodSpecimen Required
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Preferred: EDTA
Acceptable: ACD (Yellow top)
Specimen volume: 5 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw 5 mL whole blood in a lavender top (EDTA) or yellow top (ACD) tube. Send refrigerated.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1.00 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Refrigerated (preferred) | 8 days | |
| Ambient | 8 days |
Reject Due To
| Hemolysis | NA |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icteric | NA |
| Other | NA |
Day(s) Performed
Wednesday, Saturday
Report Available
7-14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Esoterix CoagulationTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by LabCorp. It has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
81400
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FPAIG | PAI-1 Gene Polymorphism | Not Provided |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z4765 | PAI-1 Locus 4G/5G Polymorphism | Not Provided |
| Z4766 | Results | 52757-2 |
| Z4767 | Interpretation | Not Provided |
| Z4768 | Comments | 77202-0 |
NY State Approved
YesForms
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