TPMT Genotype

Test Name

TPMT Genotype (TPMTGN)

Alternate Description

Thiopurine Methyl Transferase, Genotype

LIS Code

TPMTGN

Lab Section

Send Out Area

Fluid Type

Whole Blood

Specimen Tube Type Transport

2 Lavender Top Tubes

Container Whole Blood Required

5 ml whole blood in a Lavender Top Tube

Summary Test Name

TPMT Genotype

Minimum Volume

0.3 ml whole blood

Specimen Transport

Refrigerate

Specimen Preparation In House

Spin, separate. refrigerate until shipped