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Prader Willi-Angelman Syndrome DNA Analysis

Tube Type = Yellow Top or Lavender Top

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Test ID LAB5677
EPIC Order
PRADER WILLI AND ANGELMAN DNA ASSAY
CPT Codes 81331, G0452
Laboratory Molecular Genetics Laboratory
Tube Station 30
Specimen Routine: 6mL Blood/Yellow ACD-A Tube or Lavender EDTA tube; See Comments
Micro: 2.0 mL Blood (3x Lavender EDTA Microtainers) Buccal swabs are acceptable for Peds; but blood is preferable.
Availability Routine: Testing performed weekly. No weekends or holidays.
Turnaround Time 14 days - results are generally reported the next day after testing
Reference Range No evidence of Prader Willi or Angelman genotype
Comments
Please call Molecular Genetics 984-974-1825 with questions.

Additional Information:

Reviewed by J. Carr on November 21, 2025

UNC Hospitals
McLendon Clinical Laboratories
101 Manning Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27514