Myriad lab review usually lasts hours, with full results delivered in 2–14 days depending on the specific test.
If your portal status shows “lab review,” you’re close. This stage comes after the lab finishes processing and before a clinician signs off and releases the report. The pace depends on the test, how the sample arrived, and whether any reflex steps are needed. Below is a simple timeline so you know what to expect and when to call.
Typical Turnaround By Myriad Test
| Test | Report Time After Sample Received | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Prequel® Prenatal Screen (cfDNA) | About 7–10 days | Timeframe from Myriad’s patient page; status moves from processing to lab review to clinical review before release. |
| Foresight® Carrier Screen | About 14 days | Blood or saliva; complex findings or partner testing can add time. |
| MyRisk® Hereditary Cancer Panel | About 7–14 days | Saliva or blood; many reports land near the 2-week mark. |
| GeneSight® Psychotropic | About 2 business days | Provider receives the report; you can request a copy from the clinic. |
How Lab Review Fits Into The Timeline
Every order passes set checkpoints: “received,” “processing,” “lab review,” then “clinical review.” During lab review, analysts confirm calls and assemble a draft. A clinician signs off and the portals update. Most of the clock sits in processing; the two review steps are usually brief.
What “Lab Review” Usually Means In Practice
For most tests, “lab review” is short. Many patients see it pass within the same day. The longest part tends to be the earlier processing window or a waiting period while a clinician readies the release. Label wording can vary by portal, yet the flow stays the same: sample in, data processed, lab review, clinical review, report release.
Where Myriad Publishes Timelines
Myriad lists timeframes on public pages. The Prequel page states results are ready in 7–10 days after the sample reaches the lab, and the women’s health FAQ repeats the same figure for Prequel and lists two weeks for Foresight. The MyRisk page and product booklet state results in about two weeks. GeneSight publishes a two-day window once the swab arrives. Those ranges match the pattern many patients describe.
For reference, see Myriad’s pages: the Prequel patient page and the women’s health FAQ list prenatal and carrier windows, the MyRisk testing options page cites a two-week range, and the GeneSight patient FAQ confirms a two-day turnaround. Links open in a new tab.
How Long The Myriad “Lab Review” Stage Usually Lasts
In most cases, the lab’s internal review takes hours, not days. The team validates variant calls, confirms sample identity, checks quality metrics, and packages the draft report for a clinician. If nothing unusual shows up, the case moves forward fast. When a finding needs a second look or a reflex assay, this stage can extend, but that is the exception rather than the rule.
Why Some Cases Move Faster
- Test type: GeneSight’s panel is built for rapid reporting, so two business days is standard once the swab is logged.
- Early draw week: Samples that arrive Monday through Wednesday have more business hours before the weekend.
- Clean quality metrics: Strong DNA yield and clear signals reduce manual touches.
- Direct clinic ordering: Orders placed and authorized in the provider portal tend to avoid insurance back-and-forth.
Why A File Might Linger
- Reflex steps: Low fetal fraction on a prenatal screen, a borderline call, or a needed confirmation can extend the clock.
- Insurance verification: If benefits confirmation is pending, a clinic may choose to hold reporting.
- Weekends and holidays: Most releases land on business days so a clinician is available for questions.
- Partner testing for carrier screens: When one partner screens positive, the other may be added to refine risk.
Realistic Day-By-Day Scenarios
Prenatal cfDNA. Blood draw on a Monday, sample logged Tuesday, processing through Thursday, short lab review Friday morning, clinical review by afternoon, report ready the following Monday. That sits inside the 7–10 day window.
Carrier screen. Saliva kit mailed on a Tuesday, received on Friday, two weeks to report. If a partner screen is added after a positive, the couple’s combined report can add a week or two.
Hereditary cancer panel. Saliva sample received mid-week, most reports appear near the two-week mark. If a variant needs deeper curation, the case may sit at clinical review until language is finalized.
How To Read The Status Messages
Sample Received
The lab has your kit and is logging it. If you mailed a saliva kit, shipping time is separate from the quoted lab window. If your clinic drew blood, arrival is usually same-day or next-day via courier.
Processing
Your sample is on the instruments. This is where most of the clock runs. For prenatal cfDNA, extraction and library prep take time. For broad hereditary panels, the pipeline includes alignment, variant calling, and interpretation triage.
Lab Review
Analysts check the calls and assemble the draft. This is the stage asked about in the title. The handoff to a clinician follows when the file is ready.
Clinical Review
A clinician reviews the report, confirms clarity, and approves release. If your portal shows this step, you can often call Myriad support to arrange a quick consult so the patient portal can publish the file right away.
Report Released
Your provider gets the file in their portal. Many clinics call the same day. If you do not hear from the office, reach out, as some clinics prefer to review reports during scheduled visits.
What You Can Do To Speed Things Up
- Register your code early: Create your patient portal account and link your order so alerts work from day one.
- Answer cost estimates quickly: Some portals request consent to the estimated out-of-pocket. Delays here can slow release.
- Confirm contact details: Make sure the clinic and Myriad have the right phone and email for quick follow-ups.
Published Timeframes From Myriad
Here are the public windows you can rely on when reading your portal status. The ranges below assume the lab has already received the sample.
| Product | Time Window | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Prequel® Prenatal Screen | 7–10 days after receipt | Myriad women’s health FAQ and patient page |
| Foresight® Carrier Screen | About 14 days | Myriad women’s health FAQ and test page |
| MyRisk® Hereditary Cancer | About 7–14 days | MyRisk patient pages and booklet |
| GeneSight® Psychotropic | About 2 business days | GeneSight patient FAQ |
When To Call Versus Wait
If your file sits at “processing” for more than a week for Prequel, two weeks for Foresight, or two weeks for MyRisk, call the clinic or Myriad support. A quick nudge can uncover a missing signature, a benefits question, or a request for a redraw. If your status shows “clinical review,” you can ask Myriad to arrange a counselor call so your results post sooner.
What A Longer Review Might Mean
A slower turn does not point to a bad result by itself. Labs pace releases so a provider can explain findings and answer questions. Some cases need extra confirmation to keep reports clear and reliable. If a redraw is needed, Myriad will contact your provider to arrange it. Clinics can also request paired testing for a partner during a carrier screen, which naturally adds time.
Where To See Your Results
The provider receives the report in the Myriad portal. You can see your file in the patient portal once released. Many pages link the portals directly from the Myriad site. If you prefer a printed copy, ask your clinic or download the PDF once your account shows the report.
Method Notes
This guide pulls timeframes from Myriad’s public pages and the GeneSight patient FAQ. The steps here help you match portal status to a realistic clock. Timelines can change with lab load and holidays. When in doubt, check your portal and call the clinic for the most specific update.