Laboratory Medicine Program

Hereditary Amyloidosis Panel
(APOA1, APOA2, B2M, FGA, GSN, LYZ, TTR)

Clinical Decription:
Hereditary amyloidosis is characterized by the deposition of amyloid protein in multiple organs, including the heart, kidneys and nervous system. This is a genetic test to identify inherited gene variants in individuals suspected to have hereditary amyloidosis, or who have a confirmed family history of hereditary amyloidosis.

Method: Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)

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: 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