Methodology
Repeat Expansion Detection by PCR; Southern Blot
Synonyms
Myotonic Dystrophy, Type 1; Early Onset Myotonia Evaluation
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to Athena
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Standard TAT
14-28 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
6-8 mL Whole blood or 1-2 mL Whole Blood for pediatric (0-3 years)
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=10 Days; Refrigerated=10 Day; Frozen=Unacceptable
Test Volume Required
8 mL Whole blood or 2 mL Whole Blood for pediatric (0-3 years)
Minimum Test Volume
6 mL Whole blood or 1 mL Whole Blood for pediatric (0-3 years)
Included Tests
(Athena provides best DMPK test available)
Comments
Insurance authorization is required prior to draw for Outpatients. Ok to send on Inpatients. Athena does not have a MediCal NPI.
CPT Codes
81234
Revised
06-15-22
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