QNatal® Advanced
Test code
CPT code(s)*
Clinical significance
Test resources
Test FAQ
Details
Methodology
Next Generation Sequencing
Assay category
QNatal Advanced is a laboratory developed test that has been developed and validated, pursuant to the Clinical Laboratory Improvements Amendments of 1988 (CLIA), and as such it has not been reviewed by FDA.
Alternative name(s)
NIPT
Specimen requirements | |
|---|---|
| Patient preparation | None Specified |
| Preferred specimen(s) | 10 mL whole blood collected in a Streck cell-free (black/tan tiger-top) glass tube |
| Minimum volume | 8 mL |
| Collection instructions | Do not draw before 10 weeks gestation. Sample collection using a straight needle (not a butterfly needle) is preferred. Use Streck tubes only. |
| Transport container | Cell-free DNA Streck tube |
| Transport temperature | Room temperature |
| Specimen stability | Room temperature: 7 days Refrigerate: Unacceptable Frozen: Unacceptable |
| Reject criteria | Whole blood collected in other than Streck tube |
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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