Repeat Expansion Detection by PCR; Southern Blot
Myotonic Dystrophy, Type 1; Early Onset Myotonia Evaluation
Whole Blood
Quest forwards to Athena
Other Reference Test
14-28 Days
6-8 mL Whole blood or 1-2 mL Whole Blood for pediatric (0-3 years)
Lavender (EDTA)
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Room Temp=10 Days; Refrigerated=10 Day; Frozen=Unacceptable
8 mL Whole blood or 2 mL Whole Blood for pediatric (0-3 years)
6 mL Whole blood or 1 mL Whole Blood for pediatric (0-3 years)
(Athena provides best DMPK test available)
Insurance authorization is required prior to draw for Outpatients. Ok to send on Inpatients. Athena does not have a MediCal NPI.
81234
06-15-22