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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Evaluation #244
Type of Disorder: Peripheral Neuropathy
Typical Presentation: Pain and weakness in the arms and hands
Disease(s) tested for: Idiopathic Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Test Details
Test Code: 244
Profile includes: Amyloidosis Evaluation (TTR), PMP22 DNA Sequencing Test, PMP22 Duplication/Deletion DNA Test
Informed Consent Required: Yes
Medicare ABN Required: Yes
Special Notes: CTS may be caused by many underlying disorders. This profile should assist in the differential diagnosis of idiopathic CTS. It is important to distinguish genetic causes of CTS because they may require different long-term patient management strategies.
Technical Information
Utility: Detects duplications/deletions in the PMP22 gene, and sequence variations in the PMP22 and Transthyretin genes
Methodology: Pulse Field Gel Electrophoresis, Southern blot and DNA Sequencing
Reference Value: No sequence variation detected
Patents: 5,306,616, 5,645,993, 5,780,223
CPT Coding
The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
Stacked CPT Code(s): 83891(1), 83898(7), 83900(1), 83901(17), 83904(7), 83909(8), 83912(1), 83914(19)
Shipping Considerations
Please label each specimen tube with two forms of patient identification. These forms of identification must also appear on the requisition form.
Preferred Specimen Requirements
Type: Whole blood
Minimum Volume: 10 ml
Collection Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Storage Conditions: Room temperature, avoid freezing
Shipping Conditions: Overnight, room temperature
Test Turnaround: 14-21 days
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