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HelpTest Code PTGT Prothrombin 20210G>A Thrombophilia
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB834 |
| NBS code | LBC09549 |
| Service code | 1035030 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following:
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Collection Instructions: Completion of General Consent Form is required for this test. Please submit the completed form along with the sample request form.
Processing Requirements
Specimen type: Whole Blood
Volume: 3.0 mL
Storage/transport requirements: Ambient or refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Whole Blood |
| Ambient | 3 days |
| Refrigerate | 7 days |
Specimen Condition
| Clotted, Haemolysed, Frozen | Reject |
| Anticoagulant other than EDTA | Reject |
| Improperly labelled specimen | Reject |
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction, Microarray
Days and Times Performed
TAT 21 days
Reference Interval
An interpretative report will be provided.
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Genomics Diagnostic Laboratory, 67724384
Useful For
For detection of the 20210G>A variant in the F2 gene which is associated with an increased risk of venous thrombosis and elevated plasma prothrombin levels
Update
Last updated 09/07/2026
Test Info
(a) This test was developed by NUH Laboratory Medicine.
(b) Reagents used in this test are ordered through HSA’s Special Access Route, which provides interim access without full registration.