Factor V/Prothrombin test | Genomic Diagnostics

Test description

Factor V and Prothrombin are proteins involved in coagulation. A common variant in the Factor V gene and a common variant in the Prothrombin gene have both been implicated in an increased risk of thrombosis.

Test information

Test name

Factor V Leiden, prothrombin G20210A mutation

Clinical indication

For the investigation of:

Proven venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism, or (73308)
In a first degree relative of a patient with a known mutation (73311)

Gene(s)

F5/F2

Method

PCR Genotyping

Turn around time

10 days

Medicare eligibility

73308, 73311 – criteria apply

Price

If not MBS eligible please contact 1800 822 999 for details

Test request form

Standard pathology request form

Sample type

Blood

Collection type

6mL EDTA tube

Special instructions

None