Pathology Handbook

PLEASE NOTE: Recent changes have been made to this Test

Recent changes for DYT1 Gene (Sendaway Test)

Recent changes for DYT1 Gene (Sendaway Test)
Date	Field	Changed From	Changed To
3rd October 2024	Laboratory	Haematology	Immunology

DYT1 Gene (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:

Dystonia DYT1-GAG deletion

Laboratory:

Immunology

Test Code:

DYT

Medicare rebatable:

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

EDTA 6 mL

Adults Volume or Mass:

10 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

5 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

A separate container is required for this test.

Dedicated EDTA Tube. Clinical Notes required. Describe familial mutation, Mutation must have been identified in another family member, Signed consent form. Pre-test genetic counselling required for genetic testing.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Additional Notes:

Pre-test genetic counselling required for genetic testing

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form

Printable Pathology Request Form

Order of Draw - Blood Samples