Pathology Handbook

Recent changes for Fragile X-DNA Test (Sendaway Test)
Date	Field	Changed From	Changed To
20th August 2024	Alternative names		FMR1 gene

Alternative Names:

FMR1 gene

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

FRA

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Blood
Saliva

Container Types:

EDTA 4 mL
Salivary Kit

Adults Volume or Mass:

5 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

5 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

EDTA Blood: Adults/Children: 5 ml

Infants: 1-2 ml

Neonates: 0.5-1 ml

Transport Instructions:

Store at 4C

Salivary specimens may be stored at room temperature for an extended time

Additional Notes:

Please see link below for external laboratory requirements

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form