Telomere

Preparation & Timing

• Sample collection must be performed by a phlebotomist. 
  • 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. Bring the entire test kit and completed test requisition form to your blood draw appointment.
2. 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. 

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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

• The phlebotomist will ship your sample for you using the materials provided in the test kit.

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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

• Telomere Test Info Page
• SpectraCell Patient Page
• SpectraCell-Partnered Blood Draw Sites

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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.