Variantyx (Kit Test)

Alphabetical Test listing

Variantyx (Kit Test)-12609

This test may be ordered by an Allina Health Genetic Counselor only.

Test name:

Variantyx (Kit Test)

Test number:

12609

Excellian order number:

LAB12609

Abbreviation:

MISCELLANEOU

Alternate names:

Miscellaneous General Genetic Sendout
Genetic Miscellaneous Send Out
Genetic testing
Whole genome sequencing

Patient preparation information:

Patient must present with a complete kit

Specimen type:

EDTA whole blood

Collection container:

Lavender (EDTA), 4mL*

*collection tubes are included in the kit

Volume:

4 mL

Minimum volume:

1 mL (for infants)

Collection instructions:

Immediately following collection, mix sample by gently inverting 8 - 10 times, to prevent clotting

Processing instructions:

Do not spin
Send original tube
Send ambient overnight (same day is preferred)

Transport container:

Lavender (EDTA), 4mL

Alternate specimen type:

Amniotic fluid

Alternate collection container:

15mL conical tubes x3

See Variantyx website for additional specimen types

Alternate specimen volume:

20 mL amniotic fluid

Alternate processing instructions:

Seal with parafilm
Send overnight with a cold pack (same day is preferred)

Alternate transport container:

15mL conical tubes x3 sealed with parafilm

Required forms/information:

Completed Variantyx requisition included in the kit

Transport and stability:

Ambient - OK

Refrigerated - 7 days

Frozen - NO

Ship Monday - Thursday only. Store refrigerated if collected Fri, Sat, or Sun.

Reason for rejection:

Frozen specimens
Unlabeled specimens

Performing lab:

Variantyx

Reference ranges:

An interpretive report will be sent directly to the provider

Additional billing information:

Variantyx is responsible for billing

Date created:

10/01/2025

Revised date:

11/03/2025

Review date:

10/01/2025