Test Code PHD2 Prolyl Hydroxylase Domain-2 (PHD2/EGLN1) Gene Sequencing, Whole Blood
Reporting Name
PHD2 Gene, Mutation Analysis, BUseful For
Assessing PHD2/EGLN1 in the evaluation of an individual with JAK2-negative erythrocytosis associated with lifelong sustained increased red blood cell (RBC) mass, elevated RBC count, hemoglobin, or hematocrit
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see HEMP / Hereditary Erythrocytosis Mutations, Whole Blood.
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/Sanger Sequencing
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
Whole bloodAdditional Testing Requirements
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see HEMP / Hereditary Erythrocytosis Mutations, Whole Blood.
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | Reject |
Moderately to severely clotted | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Whole blood | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
Ambient | 14 days |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see HEMP / Hereditary Erythrocytosis Mutations, Whole Blood.
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
81479
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
PHD2 | PHD2 Gene, Mutation Analysis, B | In Process |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
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34646 | PHD2 Gene Sequencing Result | 82939-0 |