Laboratory Test Reference Guide

Laboratory Information

Test Name

MODY2 (GCK gene)

Synonyms

Maturity onset diabetes of the young. Glucokinase gene

Specimen Collection

Adult Specimen

4 ml EDTA (Purple) Whole blood. Do not centrifuge or freeze.

Pre Testing Requirements

1. Requires an Endocrinology referral.

2. Predictive testing only through Endocrinology or Genetic Services.

Paediatric Specimen

4 ml EDTA (Purple) Whole blood. Do not centrifuge or freeze.

Test Information

Department

Sendaway - Cytogenetics

Additional Information

Minimum Volume

4ml EDTA (Purple). Paediatric 1ml EDTA (Purple)

Electronic Information

Registration Code

MODY2P

HL7 mapping code

$MODY2