Pathology

Test & Collection Guide

Cystic Fibrosis - Genetic Testing

Ordering information:

Testing for diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis remains covered by Medicare (Known family history/Partner is a carrier/known CF/Foetus with Echogenic Bowel), but family testing comes at a cost of $160.25

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Specimen types:

Blood

Container types:

EDTA

Collection Instructions:

Newborn/Infants: 1-2 ml EDTA

Children: 2-5 ml EDTA

Adults: 5-10 ml EDTA

Frequency:

As required

Result Turnaround Time:

4-8 weeks

Laboratory Use Only

External Laboratory:

Victorian Clinical Genetics Sevices (V.C.G.S) - Royal Childrens Hospital

External Laboratory details...