Factor V Leiden Mutation, B

• CPT Code: 81241
• LOINC:
• Specimen Type: EDTA whole blood
• Frequency: Setup: Varies; TAT 3-7 days
• Instructions: 2.0mL whole blood from Lavender tube. Refrigrated. 1.0mL min. Dedicated tube only. No sharing of specimen for other tests.
• Text: Detects a genetic mutation in Factor V gene which is present in 95% of patients with Activated Protein C Resistance. Components: FVLM Factor V Leiden Mutation; FVNEG Interpretation; FVHET Interpretation; FVHOM Interpretation
• Methodology: Extraction/Amplification by PCR.