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Calpain 3 DNA Sequencing Test #563
Type of Disorder: Neuromuscular Disorders
Typical Presentation: Face-sparing, proximal > distal progressive myopathy with elevated CK. Age of onset ranges from infancy to late adulthood. May involve cardiac or respiratory complications.
Disease(s) tested for: LGMD2A, Calpainopathy
Test Details
Test Code: 563
Profiles that contain this test: CAPN3 Evaluation, Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Evaluation
Informed Consent Required: Yes
Medicare ABN Required: Yes
Technical Information
Utility: Detects sequence variations in the CAPN3 gene
Methodology: DNA sequencing
Reference Value: No sequence variations detected
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(22), 83904(22), 83909(22), 83912(1)
Tiered CPT Code(s): 81406
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
Storage Conditions: Must be refrigerated
Shipping Conditions: Ship at room temperature or on ice pack. Ship Monday - Thursday only.
Test Turnaround: 4-6 weeks
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