Test Overview
Test Methodology
Sequence Capture and Targeted Next-Generation Sequencing followed by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Sanger Sequencing
Test Usage
Establishing a diagnosis of Brugada syndrome
Reference Range *
Interpretive report provided
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Varies
Analytic Time
28 - 42 days
Soft Order Code
SCN5A
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Mayo SCN5A
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen in an Lavender top (EDTA) or yellow top (ACD) tube. Send to Specimen Processing ambient. Specimen must be received by Mayo within 96 hours
Alternate Specimen
Yellow top (ACD) tube
Normal Volume
3 mL whole blood
Minimum Volume
1 mL whole blood
Storage Temperature
Ambient preferred, refrigerated acceptable
Additional Information
Test performed by Mayo Clinic Laboratories
Billing
CPT Code
81407