Athena Diagnostics - Testing that Makes a Difference
Test Catalog
SearchBrowse

Enter symptom, disease type, test name or code


SearchBrowse

Use this pull down menu to view all tests offered within a disorder cateogy.

Test Catalog

FKRP DNA Sequencing Test #562
Type of Disorder: Neuromuscular Disorders
Typical Presentation: Includes a severe form termed MDC1C and a milder form termed LGMD2I. MDC1C may cause loss of ambulation by the teen years whereas LGMD2I may be relatively benign.
Disease(s) tested for: LGMD2I, MDC1C
Test Details
Test Code: 562
Profiles that contain this test: Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Evaluation
Informed Consent Required: Yes
Medicare ABN Required: Yes
Special Notes: N/A
Technical Information
Utility: Detects sequence variations in the FKRP gene
Methodology: DNA sequencing
Reference Value: No sequence variations detected
Patents: N/A
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: 15ml
Collection Tube: Lavender top
Storage Conditions: Refrigerate
Shipping Conditions: Ship at room temperature or on ice pack. Ship Monday - Thursday only.
Test Turnaround: 4 to 6 weeks
Canada US