Specimen Requirements
Title
Factor V Leiden Mutation Analysis
Specimen Requirement
Collect Lavender EDTA, send 3.0 mL whole blood in the original collection tube.
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Stability
Room temp: 3 days, Refrigerated: 7 days, Frozen: 30 days
Reference Range
The reference range is determined by the performing laboratory and will show on the report.
Turnaround
1-5 days performed Tuesday, Friday
Clinical Use
Detection of Leiden (R506Q) mutation in factor V gene, causing increased risk of thrombosis.
Test Code
F5LW