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Huntington Disease – HD gene repeat analysis PCR

Requires patient informed consent

Code

GENE

Sample Reqs

AA [9] [11]

Turnaround

5 weeks

Special instructions

Contact lab prior to sending. Referrals only from consultant neurologist or clinical geneticist. Genetic consent form required. [9] Clinical history must be provided. [11] Patient consent required. Consent Form can be found at the back of this guide. 

 


Sample type guide

A

Lavender Vacutainer, EDTA anticoagulant, 4ml/6ml (6ml EDTA tubes are used for specific PCR assays)


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Updated Saturday, 14 December 2024