Laboratory Medicine Program

Hemochromatosis (HFE: p.Cys282Tyr, p.His63Asp)

Clinical Decription:
Hereditary HFE-associated hemochromatosis is characterized by excessive storage of iron in the liver, skin, pancreas, heart, joints, and anterior pituitary gland. Targeted HFE variant analysis may be useful in diagnosing hereditary hemochromatosis in symptomatic individuals, or individuals with a confirmed family history.

Method: PCR

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Reference ranges for this test are not available online. However, they are included in all test results. For more information, please call us.

Specimen Type: peripheral blood (EDTA)
Volume: 5 mL (minimum: 2 mL)

Shipping: room temperature or 4C

Special Instructions: This test will be billed to a hospital, referring laboratory, referring physician or medical group. See requisitions for the full list of available testing and special instructions.

Testing Schedule(s): Please call

Turnaround Time: None

For more information, call 416.340.5227 or 1.866.865.5227