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PMP22 DNA Sequencing Test #247
Type of Disorder: Peripheral Neuropathy
Typical Presentation: CMT with a family history of PMP22 mutations identified in a proband
Disease(s) tested for: Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, Type 1A (CMT1A), CMT1E (CMT Type 1E)
Test Details
Test Code: 247
Profiles that contain this test: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Evaluation, Chronic Demyelinative Neuropathy Profile, Complete CMT Evaluation, Complete Dejerine-Sottas Neuropathy Evaluation, Complete HNPP Evaluation, Dominant CMT Evaluation, Entrapment Neuropathy Evaluation, Partial CMT Evaluation - Demyelinating Only
Informed Consent Required: Yes
Medicare ABN Required: No
Special Notes: Unless a family member has been confirmed by prior testing, it is recommended that this test be done as part of the Complete CMT Evaluation, #400
Technical Information
Utility: Detection of sequence variations in the PMP22 gene
Methodology: Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and DNA Sequencing
Reference Value: No sequence variation detected
Patents: 5,306,616, 5,599,920, 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(4), 83904(4), 83909(4), 83912(1)
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: 10ml
Collection Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Storage Conditions: Room temperature, avoid freezing
Shipping Conditions: Room temperature, avoid freezing. Ship same day, must arrive Monday - Friday.
Test Turnaround: 14-21 days
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