Days Set Up
Varies
Analytic Time

6 - 12 days

MiChart Code
DPYDG
Soft Order Code
DPYDG

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Test Overview

Test Methodology

PCR followed by DNA sequence analysis

Test Usage

This is a pharmacogenomics test associated with 5-fluorouracil and capecitabine drug sensitivity. Biallelic variation in the DPYD gene is also associated with dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD) deficiency.

Reference Range

Interpretive report provided

* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.

Specimen Requirements

Normal Volume
3 mL blood, full tube of saliva, 100 mcL DNA
Minimum Volume
0.45 mL blood, full tube saliva, 100 mcL of DNA

Billing Information

CPT Code
81232
Pro Fee Code
 
LOINC
 

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As the reference laboratory division of Michigan Medicine's Department of Pathology, MLabs shares the institution's commitment to applying established quality principles to clinical laboratory testing. Like other large organizations in complex, consequential fields, we rely on an established approach to monitor quality throughout the testing process.

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