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
CPT Code(s): 83891(1), 83898(4), 83904(4), 83909(1), 83912(1)
Patents: N/A
Shipping Considerations
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