CYP2C19 Genotyping (Blood)

Testing Laboratory

Waitematā | Northshore Hospital

Department

Microbiology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

CGXE

Test Code (Numeric Code)

4139

Laboratory Handling

Phlebotomy

Send EDTA (Purple) with a E suffix. EDTA sample can NOT be shared with other tests.

Sample Stability

7 days

Synonyms

CYP450 2D6/2C19 Genotype,
Clopidogrel gene test

Turnaround Time

1 week

Specimen Type

  • Whole Blood

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Acceptable
  • Cross Match (Pink Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

3.5

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Acceptable
  • Cross Match (Pink Cap)

Last updated: 15/06/2026