The MTHFR mutation is one of the genetic risk factors for thrombosis. Indications for MTHFR testing as part of the screening for thrombophilia include: venous thromboembolism (especially if in an unusual site), deep vein thrombosis during pregnancy, venous thromboembolism while on oral contraceptive, fetal death after 10 weeks gestation, fetal growth restriction and/or preclampsia, and/or family history of stroke, pulmonary embolus, deep vein thrombosis in first degree relatives under age 50.
CPT Codes:
83893(1), 83894(1), 83896(2), 83898(2), 83912(1)
Specimen Requirements:
Blood:
Adult: 10 ml whole blood in ACD-A (yellow-top) or EDTA (lavender-top) tube.
Turnaround Time:
7-10 days
Client Services:
Reproductive/Genetics
800-848-4436
Specimen Services/Pickup:
877-246-1226