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PGX G6PD Genotyping

CPT Code(s):  81247

Service Code (IU Health): 53102315

Ordering Recommendation: Information about genotype may be used as an aid to clinicians in determining therapeutic strategy and treatment dose for therapeutics that are metabolized by G6PD.

Synonyms: G6PD, dapsone, hydroxychloroquine, rasburicase, sulfamethoxazole.

Methodology: Realtime polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and microarray analysis

Performed: Weekly

Reported: 7-10 days

Specimen Requirements

Collect: Preferred: Lavender (EDTA); Acceptable: Yellow (ACD Solution A or B), Green (Heparin), Saliva (Oragene collection device)

Specimen Volume: Blood: 3 mL whole blood (minimum 1 mL); Saliva: 2 mL

Storage/Transport: Refrigerated/Room temperature

Unacceptable Conditions: Grossly hemolyzed or clotted

Stability: One month refrigerated; One month frozen