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Alternative Names:

HTT gene mutation

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

HDG

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Registration Instructions:

If not requested by Neurology unit, this request must be approved by the Director of Pathology prior to sending.

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

EDTA 10 mL

Adults Volume or Mass:

10 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

5 mL

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Processing Instructions:

Store at 4'C

Assay Frequency:

Monthly

External Laboratory:

Victorian Clinical Genetics Service

External Transport Instructions:

Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

If not requested by Neurology unit, this request must be approved by the Director of Pathology prior to sending.

Additional Notes:

Please see link below for external laboratory requirements and costs

USEFUL LINKS

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