DYT1 Mutation 
Alternate Test Names
DYT1-GAG deletion; Dyt1; Dystonia gene; Torsin A; 1349; TOR1A 
PLS Test Code
BOR 
Laboratory
Biochemistry 
Specimen
Blood 
Analysis Performed On
Whole Blood 
Container
EDTA Tube 4 ml 
Container Colour
Mauve 
Multiple Specimens
EDTA Tube 4 ml x 2 
Required Volume Adult (mL)
8 
Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
2 
Reference Ranges
 
Turnaround Time Routine
4 Weeks 
Turnaround Time Urgent
 
Turnaround Other
 
Days test is performed
Weekly 
Transport
Keep at room temperature 
Special Requirements
DO NOT COLLECT ON THURSDAYS OR FRIDAYS; INTERSTATE SENDOUT REQUIRED, DO NOT CENTRIFUGE 
Patient Preparation
None 
Collection Instructions
Venepuncture; collect TWO dedicated EDTA tubes 
Clinical Information
 
Sent to Reference Laboratory
Yes 
Ref Laboratory Name
Institute of Medical and Veterinary Sciences, Tel: , Address: Frome Road, Adelaide SA 5000 
Estimated Patient Fee
$150.00 
Last Updated
02-Oct-2016  (Version:1.00 )

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