Cardio IQ® LPA Intron-25 Genotype

Test Code

90655

CPT Code(s)

81479

CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.

Test Code

90655

CPT Code(s)

81479

CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.

Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.

In-home collection is not available in your area through Quest Mobile.

Clinical Significance

Cardio IQ® LPA Intron-25 Genotype - This test identifies individuals at risk for elevated plasma lipoprotein (a) [Lp (a)] and increased cardiovascular risk.

Test Resources

None found for this test
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Test Details

Methodology

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Assay Category

This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Reference Range(s)

See Laboratory Report

Alternative Name(s)

CardioIQ®,LPA Intron-25 Genotype

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Methodology

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Assay Category

Reference Range(s)

See Laboratory Report

Alternative Name(s)

CardioIQ®,LPA Intron-25 Genotype

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

4 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Collection Instructions

Multiple (up to 8) cardiovascular-related genetic tests can be performed on a single specimen. A second EDTA (lavender- top) tube is required if non-genetic tests are simultaneously ordered that require an EDTA (lavender-top) tube. For whole blood samples, follow normal phlebotomy procedures.

Transport Container

EDTA (lavender-top)

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 8 days
Refrigerated: 8 days
Frozen: 30 days

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

4 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Collection Instructions

Transport Container

EDTA (lavender-top)

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 8 days
Refrigerated: 8 days
Frozen: 30 days

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined

Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.

In-home collection is not available in your area through Quest Mobile.

Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

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