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Lafora Disease Evaluation #415
Type of Disorder: Epilepsy
Typical Presentation: Progressive myoclonus, myoclonic epilepsy, dementia
Disease(s) tested for: Progressive Myoclonus Epilepsy, Lafora disease
Test Details
Test Code: 415
Profile includes: EPM2A DNA Test , EPM2B DNA Test
Informed Consent Required: Yes
Medicare ABN Required: Yes
Special Notes: N/A
Technical Information
Utility: Detection of sequence variations in the EPM2A and EPM2B genes
Methodology: DNA Sequencing
Reference Value: No sequence variation detected
Patents: 6,825,328, 7,550,571, 7,871,768
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), 83904(7), 83909(7), 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: 20ml
Collection Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Storage Conditions: Do not freeze, refrigerate
Shipping Conditions: Room temperature, avoid freezing
Test Turnaround: 28 days
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