PROMETHEUS TPMT GENETICS

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: TPMTG
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026639
Schedule:
Testing Time: 2 business from date of receipt
Testing Lab: Prometheus

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 2.0 mL
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: Whole Blood (EDTA)
Collection Info:

Methods

PCR

Clinical Utilities

Prometheus TPMT Genetics assessment is an analysis to determine an ability to produce thiopurine methyltransferase (TPMT) activity. It is a method to identify patients at risk for acute toxicity from 6-MP or azathioprine.

CPT Codes

81335

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

Reference Range

An interpretive report will be sent.