Test Details
Test Name
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APOE-ALZHEIMER'S RISK
Alternative Test Names
:
APOE GENOTYPING, APOE-ALZHEIMER'S RISK
Code:
APEA
Test Overview
:
This test detects the presence of the APOE4 variant, which is associated with increased risk of late-onset (age >60-65) Alzheimer's disease (AD). Testing may be considered for patients with dementia to supplement information from clinical and other evaluations.
Test Preparation Instructions
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Do not eat, drink, clean your teeth or use mouthwash 1 hour before sample collection.