Array Confirmation: Parental and Family Studies

Test Information

Turnaround Time

28 days

CPT Code(s)

81479

Cost

Parents of proband are done at no charge when the proband was tested at Greenwood. Other family members can be tested for familial CNVs for $350.

Indications

This test is used to analyze parents and family members for copy number variants (CNVs) identified in the proband via microarray.

Specimen Requirements

5 to 7 ml of peripheral blood collected in an EDTA (lavender top) tube is the preferred specimen type. The minimal blood needed for reliable DNA isolation is 3 ml. Additional specimen types include: saliva and extracted DNA. Please contact the lab for more details.

Transport Instructions

The specimen should be kept at room temperature and delivered via overnight shipping. If shipment is delayed by one or two days, the specimen should be refrigerated and shipped at room temperature. Do not freeze the specimen. Samples collected on Friday can be safely designated for Monday delivery.

Have Questions? Need Support?

Call our laboratory at 1-800-473-9411 or contact one of our Laboratory Genetic Counselors for assistance.
Robin Fletcher, MS, CGC
Falecia Thomas, MS, CGC

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