Test ID U1A1Q UDP-Glucuronosyltransferase 1A1 TA Repeat Genotype, UGT1A1, Varies
Ordering Guidance
This test does not detect or report variants other than the *1 (TA6), *28 (TA7), *36 (TA5), and *6 (c.211G>A) alleles. The *37 (TA8) allele cannot be distinguished from *28 (TA7) and will be reported as *28 (TA7) by this methodology. Numerous variants outside of the TA repeat region have been described that impair UGT1A1 activity. Sequencing of the full gene is available for detection of variants outside of the TA repeat region; order UGTFG / UDP-Glucuronosyltransferase 1A1 (UGT1A1), Full Gene Sequencing, Varies.
If Crigler-Najjar syndrome testing is requested, order UGTFG / UDP-Glucuronosyltransferase 1A1 (UGT1A1), Full Gene Sequencing, Varies.
For more information on test ordering, see UGT1A1 Test-Ordering Algorithm.
Specimen Required
Multiple genotype tests can be performed on a single specimen after a single extraction. See Multiple Genotype Test List for a list of tests that can be ordered together.
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Specimen Stability Information: Ambient (preferred) 9 days/Refrigerated 30 days
Specimen Type: Saliva
Patient Preparation: Patient should not eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum 30 minutes prior to collection.
Supplies: Saliva Swab Collection Kit (T786)
Specimen Volume: 1 Swab
Collection Instructions: Collect and send specimen per kit instructions.
Specimen Stability Information: Ambient 30 days
Specimen Type: Extracted DNA
Container/Tube: 2-mL screw top tube
Specimen Volume: 100 mcL (microliters)
Collection Instructions:
1. The preferred volume is 100 mcL at a concentration of 50 ng/mcL.
2. Provide concentration of DNA and volume on tube.
Specimen Stability Information: Frozen (preferred)/Ambient/Refrigerated
Forms
1. New York Clients-Informed consent is required. Document on the request form or electronic order that a copy is on file. The following documents are available:
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (T576)
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing-Spanish (T826)
2. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-Therapeutics Test Request (T831)
-Oncology Test Request (T729)
Useful For
Identifying individuals who are at increased risk of adverse drug reactions with drugs that are metabolized by UGT1A1; especially irinotecan but also atazanavir, nilotinib, pazopanib, and belinostat
Identifying individuals with Gilbert syndrome due to the presence of homozygous UGT1A1*6 (c.211G>A, based on NM_000463.2) allele, TA7, homozygous TA8, or compound heterozygous *6, TA7 or TA8
Identifying individuals who are carriers of Gilbert syndrome due to the presence of heterozygous TA7 or TA8
This test is not useful for assessment of Crigler-Najjar syndrome.
Special Instructions
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) with Allelic Discrimination Analysis
Reporting Name
UGT1A1 TA Repeat Genotype, VSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
Blood: 0.4 mL
Saliva, extracted DNA: see Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Varies | Varies |
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
3 to 6 daysPerforming Laboratory

Test Classification
This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
81350-UGT1A1 (UDP glucuronosyltransferase 1 family, polypeptide AI) (eg, irinotecan metabolism), gene analysis, common variants (eg, *28, *36, *37)
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
U1A1Q | UGT1A1 TA Repeat Genotype, V | 34509-0 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
610168 | UGT1A1 Genotype | 93845-6 |
610169 | UGT1A1 Phenotype | 79718-3 |
610170 | Interpretation | 69047-9 |
610171 | Additional Information | 48767-8 |
610172 | Method | 85069-3 |
610173 | Disclaimer | 62364-5 |
610174 | Reviewed by | 18771-6 |