Specimen Collection : MECP2 - Mutation analysis of the MECP2 gene ( Rett syndrome)

Specimen Collection

MECP2 - Mutation analysis of the MECP2 gene ( Rett syndrome)

Test Name

MECP2 - Mutation analysis of the MECP2 gene ( Rett syndrome)

Test Code

SAGENI

Specimen Type

EDTA Whole Blood

Minimum Volume

Room temperature. Do not spin. 2-5 mL for Child; 5-10mL for adult.

Comments

NOTE:Test is NOT Medicare rebatable

Test cost: $600 AS AT 2016

A Non-Medicare Rebatable Genetic Test Form must be completed by the consultant for testing consent and payment authorisation. The form is available from The core Laboratory.

Laboratory Notes:

If the test is ordered by a Genetic doctor, the send away is organised by VCGS.

Assay Performed

Specimen Reception

The Children's Hospital at Westmead

Crn Hawkesbury & Hainsworth Sts

Westmead 2145

NSW

(02) 9845 3276

The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne

Specimen Collection

MECP2 - Mutation analysis of the MECP2 gene ( Rett syndrome)