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Laboratory Test Reference Guide

Laboratory Information

Test Name

MODY3 (HNF1a gene)

Synonyms

Maturity onset diabetes of the young.
HNF1 alpha gene

Specimen Collection

Pre Testing Requirements

1. Requires Endocrinology Referral

2. Predictive testing only through Endocrinology or Genetic Services.

Adult Specimen

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

Paediatric Specimen

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

Sample Delivery to Lab

Ambient on day of collection. Refrigerate overnight or weekend then send ambient.

Test Information

Department

Sendaway - Cytogenetics

Additional Information

Minimum Volume

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

Electronic Information

Registration Code

MODYP

HL7 mapping code

$MODY