Test Name: HORIZON 14 (PAN-ETHNIC STANDARD)
Test Code: LAB1000008
Alias: LAB1000008
CPT Code(s): N/A  
Test Includes:

Genes Analyzed: ACADM, ASPA, CFTR, DHCR7, DMD, FMR1, GALT, GBA, HBA1/HBA2, HBB, HEXA, IKBKAP, PKHD1, SMN1

Preferred Specimen:

20 mL whole blood

Container:

Two 10 mL Lavender EDTA tube from Natera Panorama/Horizon Prenatal Test Kit

Alternate Container:

Four 6mL Lavender EDTA tubes

Collection Instructions:

Allow Lavender EDTA tubes to fill completely. Gently invert tube 8-10 times immediately after collection to prevent clotting.

Transport Temperature: Room temperature.
Stability:

Room temperature: ~72 hours

Refrigerated: 7 days

Frozen: unacceptable

Limitations: Please note: This test is available exclusively to Northwestern Medicine providers and cannot be requested by HealthLab clients.
Additional Information: Natera will bill the patient’s insurance directly. Insurance coverage for Horizon testing is contingent on insurance plan and coverage benefits. Please call Natera at 877-869-3052 in order to verify and check insurance coverage options
Schedule:

Report Available 14 days from receipt of sample at Natera

Performing Lab:

Natera Lab; Test code Horizon 14

Clinical Significance:

Horizon genetic carrier screening helps patients determine the risk of passing on serious genetic conditions to their child. It can be performed either before or during pregnancy.

Use:

Updated: 1/6/26

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