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)
Processing Instructions
No special forms needed.
Included Tests
(Athena provides best DMPK test available)
Comments
Insurance authorization is required prior to draw for Outpatients. Ok to send on Inpatients.
CPT Codes
81234
Revised
05/17/24