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0051684
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase ( G6PD ) 2 Mutations
G6PD AFRIC
Ordering Recommendation
Preferred genetic test for individuals of African descent. Use to detect the single most common pathogenic G6PD variant (the A- allele) in individuals of African descent. For initial screening for GP6D deficiency, refer to Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (0080135).
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York state approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA), or yellow (ACD solution A or B).
Specimen Preparation
Transport 3 mL whole blood. (Min: 1 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions
Frozen specimens in glass collection tubes.
Remarks
Stability
Ambient: 72 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 1 month
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) / Fluorescence Monitoring
Performed
Varies
Reported
4-10 days
Reference Interval
Interpretive Data
Refer to report.
Compliance Category
Laboratory Developed Test (LDT)
Note
This assay detects the following variants: c.376A>G and c.202G>A in the G6PD gene.
Hotline History
Hotline History
Date of Change
Test Name Change
Methodology
Performance/Reported Schedule
Specimen Requirements
Reference Interval
Interpretive Data
Note
CPT Code
Component Change
Other Interface Change
New Test
Inactive
N/A
CPT Codes
81247
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 0051671 | G6PD Allele 1 | 21681-2 |
| 0051679 | G6PD Allele 2 | 21681-2 |
| 0051687 | G6PD Mutations Interpretation | 94231-8 |
| 2001311 | G6PD Africa Specimen | 66746-9 |
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Aliases
- G-6-PD Mutations, African Alleles
- RBC G6PD mutation assay
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) 2 Mutations
