Frequently Asked Questions for Carrier Screening testing
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- Why MVL carrier screening only screen three conditions
- Where should we ship our specimens?
- What are the MVL carrier screening sample types?
- How can we get a cheek swab collection kit?
- What accreditations and licenses does MVL carry?
- How soon can we expect to receive the carrier test report?
- How long do cheek swab samples last?
- Do cheek swab samples need to be kept cold?
- Can you receive samples on weekends?
- Do you bill Medicare or Medicaid?
For further inquiries please contact us directly at 503-227-3179 (answering service), or email us at inquiry@mvisionlab.com (preferred method).
Why MVL carrier screening only screen three conditions
Fragile X is the most common inherited intellectual disability. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is one of the most common life-threatening genetic diseases, affecting approximately 1 out of 3,300 people. Carrier rate in European Caucasians and Ashkenazi Jews is 1 in 29. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is the second most common fatal autosomal recessive disorder after cystic fibrosis, with an estimated prevalence of 1 in 10,000 live births and a carrier frequency of 1/40 to 1/60. Carrier screening of Fragile X and SMA requires specific non-sequencing-based methods from Asuragen.
Where should we ship our specimens?
All specimens should be mailed to Molecular Vision Laboratory at the following address: 1920 NE Stucki Ave, Suite 150, Hillsboro, OR 97006.
What are the MVL carrier screening sample types?
Blood or cheek swabs.
How can we get a cheek swab collection kit?
Cheek swab collection kits can be ordered through the Carrier Screening Test form. Upon selection and payment, MVL will mail collection kits and return packaging. Packages are $40 for 2 kits and includes domestic shipping costs. Order here
What accreditations and licenses does MVL carry?
Accreditations
CLIA #38D2059762 CMS Certificate of Accreditation
CAP # 8735023 Certificate of AccreditationLicenses
CA State License COS00800782
MD State License 2033
PA State License 33853
NPI: 1750739041
DUNS: 080369081
EIN: 81-2685042
How soon can we expect to receive the carrier test report?
Our turn-around time is around two weeks.
How long do cheek swab samples last?
At least a month at room temperature.
Do cheek swab samples need to be kept cold?
No.
Can you receive samples on weekends?
We receive packages on Saturday.
Do you bill Medicare or Medicaid?
We do not offer Insurance billing.
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