CPT Codes

81265

Synonyms

  • Twin Identity testing

Performing Laboratory / Facility

UCLA Medical Center Clinical Laboratory (CHS)

Performing Section

Molecular Pathology

Availability

Monday through Friday, 0700-1700

Turnaround Time

14 days from receipt of specimen in performing lab

Methodology

The GenePrint® 24 System from Promega uses a one-tube multiplex PCR reaction to simultaneously interrogate 24 DNA loci from a variety of human-derived biological sources.

Use

Comparison of PCR amplification products using the Promega GenePrint 24 system separated by capillary gel electrophoresis allows the user to distinguish if the twins are monozygotic or dizygotic.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Container

Lavender/EDTA

Volume

4 mL

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Shipping and Handling Instructions

Transport specimen at room temperature.
Test Information

CPT Codes

81265

Synonyms

  • Twin Identity testing

Performing Laboratory / Facility

UCLA Medical Center Clinical Laboratory (CHS)

Performing Section

Molecular Pathology

Availability

Monday through Friday, 0700-1700

Turnaround Time

14 days from receipt of specimen in performing lab

Methodology

The GenePrint® 24 System from Promega uses a one-tube multiplex PCR reaction to simultaneously interrogate 24 DNA loci from a variety of human-derived biological sources.

Use

Comparison of PCR amplification products using the Promega GenePrint 24 system separated by capillary gel electrophoresis allows the user to distinguish if the twins are monozygotic or dizygotic.
Specimen Collection and Handling

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Container

Lavender/EDTA

Volume

4 mL

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Shipping and Handling Instructions

Transport specimen at room temperature.
Result Interpretation