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Exome Sequencing
Ordering Recommendation
Preferred test to determine etiology of a patient’s symptoms if Mendelian genetic condition is suspected. Parental control specimens are encouraged for this test; order Exome Sequencing, Familial Control (3016589). Submission of a completed Exome Sequencing Intake Form is required for the proband.
To compare this test to other exome/genome testing options, refer to the ARUP Genome and Exome Sequencing table.
New York DOH Approval Status
Specimen Required
Lavender or pink (EDTA) or yellow (ACD solution A or B). Peripheral blood required. Contact ARUP's genetic counselor at 800-242-2787 ext. 2141 prior to test submission.
Refer to EXOME FRPT (ARUP test code 3016589) for parental specimen requirements. Two parental controls are recommended for EXOME PRO. Controls should be ordered using EXOME FRPT (ARUP test code 3016589) and submitted within 7 days of the proband's sample.
New York State Clients: ARUP cannot facilitate testing for New York patients. Please work directly with a New York-approved laboratory.
Transport 2mL whole blood (Min 1.0mL)
Refer to EXOME FRPT (ARUP test code 3016589) for parental specimen requirements.
Refrigerated.
Refer to EXOME FRPT (ARUP test code 3016589) for parental specimen requirements.
Ambient: 72 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Massively Parallel Sequencing
Performed
Varies
Reported
21-28 days
Reference Interval
N/A
Interpretive Data
Refer to report.
Laboratory Developed Test (LDT)
Note
The ability to identify causative variant(s) for the patient's presentation is strongly influenced by the quality of the clinical information provided.
Hotline History
Hotline History
CPT Codes
81415: per familial comparator, 81416 is added
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 3016584 | EXOME PRO Int | 86205-2 |
Aliases
- exome sequencing patient only
- WES
- whole exome analysis
