Test ID UGTFG UDP-Glucuronosyltransferase 1A1 (UGT1A1), Full Gene Sequencing, Varies
Ordering Guidance
If analysis of only the UGT1A1 promoter TA repeat region (*28, *36, *37 alleles) is desired, see U1A1Q / UDP-Glucuronosyl Transferase 1A1 TA Repeat Genotype, UGT1A1, Varies.
Shipping Instructions
If submitting microtube, place inside a larger tube or vial for transport.
Necessary Information
UGT1A1 Gene Testing Patient Information (T664) is recommended, but not required, to be filled out and sent with the specimen.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: A previous bone marrow transplant from an allogenic donor or a recent (ie, <6 weeks from time of sample collection) heterologous blood transfusion will interfere with testing. Call 800-533-1710 for instructions for testing patients who have received a bone marrow transplant.
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube:
Adults: Lavender top (EDTA)
Pediatrics: Purple microtube
Specimen Volume:
Adults: 3 mL
Pediatrics: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send 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)
Container/Tube: Saliva Swab Collection Kit
Specimen Volume: One 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. Include concentration 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 in Special Instructions:
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (T576)
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing-Spanish (T826)
2. UGT1A1 Gene Testing Patient Information (T664) is requested but not required. See Special Instructions.
3. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-Oncology Test Request (T729)
-Therapeutics Test Request (T831)
Useful For
Identifying individuals who are at increased risk of adverse drug reactions with drugs that are metabolized by UGT1A1, including irinotecan, atazanavir, nilotinib, pazopanib, and belinostat
Identifying individuals who are at risk of hyperbilirubinemia
Follow-up testing for individuals with a suspected UGT1A1 variant, who had negative TA repeat region testing
Establishing a diagnosis of Gilbert, Crigler-Najjar syndrome type I or type II
Establishing carrier status for Gilbert, Crigler-Najjar syndrome type I or type II
Special Instructions
Method Name
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) followed by DNA Sequence Analysis
Reporting Name
UGT1A1 Full Gene SequencingSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
Blood: 0.45 mL
Saliva: 1 swab
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Varies | Varies |
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
Report Available
7 to 14 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
81404
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
UGTFG | UGT1A1 Full Gene Sequencing | 93844-9 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
91972 | Result Summary | 50397-9 |
91977 | TA Repeat Result | 95143-4 |
BA0266 | Full Gene Sequence Result | 82939-0 |
91993 | Interpretation | 69047-9 |
92007 | Additional Information | 48767-8 |
92008 | Method | 85069-3 |
92009 | Disclaimer | 62364-5 |
92010 | Reviewed By | 18771-6 |
Testing Algorithm
See UGT1A1 Test-Ordering Algorithm in Special Instructions.