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LABORATORY TEST DIRECTORY

Achondroplasia (FGFR3) 2 Mutations, Fetal

CPT Code(s): 81401; Fetal Cell Contamination (FCC): 81265
Specimen Required: Patient Preparation:
Collect: Fetal Specimen: Two T-25 flasks at 80% confluency of cultured amniocytes. If the client is unable to culture amniocytes, this can be arranged by contacting RDL Client Services at (888) 431-7474. Or amniotic fluid.AND Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA), or yellow (ACD Solution A or B).
Specimen Preparation: Cultured Amniocytes: Fill flasks with culture media. Transport two T-25 flasks at 80% confluency of cultured amniocytes. Backup cultures must be retained at the client's institution until testing is complete. OR Amniotic Fluid: Transport 10 mL unspun fluid. (Min: 5 mL)AND Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Transport 3 mL whole blood. (Min: 1 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature: Cultured Amniocytes: CRITICAL ROOM TEMPERATURE. Must be received within 48 hours of shipment due to liability of cells. Amniotic fluid: Room temperature. Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Room temperature.
Stability: Fetal Specimen: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Ambient: 72 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
New York DOH Approval Status: This test is New York DOH approved.
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