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Laboratory Information

Test Name

MODY3 (HNF1a gene)

Synonyms

Maturity onset diabetes of the young.
HNF1 alpha gene

Specimen Collection

Adult Specimen

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

Pre Testing Requirements

1. Requires 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

For more information about this test, including collection and handling instructions, please click on the following links:

LabPlus Test Information and required forms

Genetic Health Service NZ contact details 

 

 

Minimum Volume

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

Electronic Information

Registration Code

MODYP

HL7 mapping code

$MODY

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