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Order or find a test

The National Genomic Test Directories specify which genomic tests are commissioned by the NHS in England, to be delivered by Genomic Laboratory Hubs.

Clinical Indication ID & Name

R264

Identity testing

Test Group

Core

Specialties

Clinical Genetics Genomics Laboratory

Test code

R264.1

Test name

Identity testing

Target genes

Other

Test scope

n/a

Test method/ technology

Identity testing

Optimal Family Structure

n/a

Eligibility Criteria

Where biological relationships need to be determined to guide diagnostic interpretation or alter advice

Commissioning group

Core

Overlapping idications

n/a

Address for samples/request forms

Genetics Laboratory
5th Floor Tower Wing
Guy’s Hospital
London
SE1 9RT

Contact with queries

gst-tr.southeastglh@nhs.net

Supporting documents

n/a

Education resources

n/a

Turn around times

All our turnaround times are listed on our specific turn around page https://southeastgenomics.nhs.uk/professionals/service-turn-around-times/

Request form download

Rare Disease Order Form Record of Discussion Form

Consent record

See consent guidance in test request form

Sample requirements

Sample Requirements Each sample must be sent labelled with 3 patient identifiers and must state the sample type clearly on the sample container. Sample Rejection Samples may be rejected for the following reasons: 1. Samples and request form do not show at least three identical patient identifiers 2. The sample is in the incorrect collection media 3. The request form is not sufficiently completed 4. The sample is not of sufficient volume 5. The sample is too old Sample Storage and Volume Required: For postnatal referrals: Peripheral blood (2-3ml) in an EDTA and lithium heparin bottles, or 3μg DNA. For Prenatal referrals: DNA sample (50ng), amniotic fluid in a dry sterile container (20ml), CVS (20mg) (please discuss with the laboratory). Storage, sample packing and transportation: Please notify the laboratory before sending prenatal samples. All prenatal samples must arrive in the laboratory on the day of sampling, preferably before 3pm. Patient/Clinician Instructions: N/A Factors affecting performance of test/interpretation of results: Do not spin down or freeze samples before sending.