Telomere

Preparation & Timing

• Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist, Monday - Friday only. 
  • Information about scheduling a blood draw can be found HERE. 
  • SpectraCell-partnered blood draw locations can be found HERE.
• Fasting is not required.

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Collection Instructions

1. Schedule your blood draw for Monday - Friday only. SpectraCell will only accept samples Tuesday - Saturday. 
2. Bring the following items with you to your blood draw appointment.
   1. Test kit
   2. Completed test requisition form
3. The phlebotomist will collect, prepare, and ship your sample for you.
   1. Your kit may come with more tubes than needed. Please have the phlebotomist check the test requisition form to determine how many tubes of blood you need to have drawn. 
   2. You can view the phlebotomist collection instructions HERE.

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Requisition & Payment

• Your kit has been prepaid. You may need to pay a separate fee for phlebotomy.
• Instructions on how to fill out your requisition can be found HERE.
  • Since you pre-paid for your tests, you do not need to fill in the payment information on any of these forms.

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Shipping

• Make a note of the tracking number on the return mailer so that you can track your sample back to the lab.
• The phlebotomist will ship your sample for you using the materials provided in the test kit.
  • Samples should be collected & shipped Monday - Friday only. 

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Results

• Results should be released to your provider 7-14 business days after samples are received at the lab. We cannot guarantee processing time. 
• Your provider will notify you when your results are in and schedule a follow-up appointment for you to review them together. 
• Your provider may choose to release your results to you. Rupa cannot release your results without provider authorization.

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More Resources

• Test Information
  • Telomere Test Info Page
• Collection Instructions
  • [PDF] How to Collect Your Sample - Phlebotomist Instructions
  • SpectraCell-Partnered Blood Draw Sites
• Other Information
  • SpectraCell Patient Page

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Questions?

For general questions, email Rupa Health at support@rupahealth.com. For test-specific questions, contact SpectraCell by calling 800-227-5227 or chatting with support.