Test ID PMHLH Postmortem Primary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) Gene Panel, Tissue
Ordering Guidance
This test is intended for use when whole blood is not available, and formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue is the only available specimen. If whole blood is available, consider HLHGP / Primary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis Gene Panel, Varies.
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Tissue (FFPE)
Container/Tube: Tissue block
Collection Instructions: Submit a formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block
Additional Information: Testing will be attempted on blocks of any age but may be canceled if adequate DNA concentration cannot be obtained.
Forms
1. New York Clients-Informed consent is required. Document on the request form or electronic order that a copy is on file or submit the Informed Consent for Genetic Testing for Deceased Individuals (T782).
Secondary ID
620624Useful For
Providing a comprehensive postmortem genetic evaluation in the setting of a death attributed to primary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis
Identifying a disease-causing variant in the decedent, which may assist with risk assessment and predictive testing of at-risk family members
Special Instructions
Specimen Type
VariesSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Ambient (preferred) | |
| Refrigerated | ||
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Varies
Report Available
28 to 42 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
81443