Test Code FMT21M MaterniT21 Plus
Additional Codes
| Mayo | FMT21 |
| Epic ID | LAB4817 |
Special Instructions
Specimen Type
WB StreckSpecimen Required
**NOTE: Completed Sequenom Test Requisition form is required
A Core Option must be marked on TRF under MaterniT 21 PLUS test
If nothing indicated by client, mark option- Core (chr 21, 18, 13, sex)
Preferred evacuated tube: (1)10 mL Streck tube kit (MCL supply number T715).
Absolute minimum collection for analysis: (1) 10 mL in Streck tube
Collection instructions: Draw 1 tube of blood, 10 mL in special Streck tube kit (MCL supply number T715). Ship ambient.
REQUIRED:
1. Specimen MUST be received at MCL within 72 hours of collection.
2. Specimen collected NOT less than 9 weeks of gestation
3. Sequenom collection kit (MCL Supply T715)
4. Completed Sequenom Test Requisition form
5. Maternal Height (inches)
6. Maternal Weight (pounds)
7. Gestational Age (weeks)
8. Gestational Age (days)
9. Gestation (Number of fetuses)
10. Increased risk due to
Specimen Minimum Volume
10 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| WB Streck | Ambient | 7 days | Streck Black/Tan top |
Transport at room temperature.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Sequenom Center for Molecular Medicine LLCMethod Name
Circulating cell-free DNA is examined from maternal whole blood.
Day(s) Performed
Upon Receipt
Report Available
7 to 14 daysReference Values
A final report will be provided
CPT Code Information
81420