Test Overview
Test Methodology
DNA Extraction/Cell Culture
Test Usage
Preparing parental blood specimen for possible confirmation testing if an abnormality is detected on the prenatal array sample
DNA extraction of the maternal blood specimen used for maternal cell contamination testing
Reference Range *
No interpretation will be provided. This test is for specimen processing only.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Friday
Analytic Time
Varies
Soft Order Code
PPAP
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Mayo PPAP
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection
1. The reason for testing is required.
2. Include the name listed on the prenatal specimen that was submitted for CMAP / Chromosomal Microarray, Prenatal, Amniotic Fluid/Chorionic Villus Sampling.
Collection Instructions
Collect specimens in a green top (sodium heparin) AND a lavender top (EDTA) tubes. Send as whole blood to Specimen Processing ambient, in original collection tubes
Normal Volume
4 mL Green top and 3 mL Lavender top whole blood
Minimum Volume
2 mL Green top and 2 mL Lavender top whole blood
Storage Temperature
Ambient preferred, refrigerated acceptable
Additional Information
Test performed by Mayo Clinic Laboratories
Billing
NY State Approved
No