DPYD Genotyping

Test Information

Title
DPYD Genotyping
Lab
Category
Pharmacogenetics
Test Name (CMS Title)
Dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase deficiency (DPYD)
Gene/Platform/Region List
DPYD (c.1129-5923C>G), DPYD (c.1679T>G), DPYD (c.1905+1G>A), DPYD (c.2846A>T)
Test type
Targeted Variant
Samples Accepted
Blood, DNA
Indications
Pharmacogenetics
Test Methodology
Electrophoresis, PCR
Methodology Notes
PCR and fragment analysis
Disease/Condition
Pharmacogenetics, Dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase deficiency (DPYD)

Last Updated: November 14, 2025

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