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Complete Parkinsonism Evaluation #555
Type of Disorder: Parkinsonism
Typical Presentation: Parkinsonism (resting tremor, cogwheel rigidity, postural instability, bradykinesia)
Disease(s) tested for: Parkin disease
Test Details
Test Code: 555
Profile includes: LRRK2 DNA Test, Parkin DNA Test , PINK1 DNA Sequencing Test
Informed Consent Required: Yes
Medicare ABN Required: Yes
Special Notes: For clinical support on test ordering or result interpretation, please contact Athena's genetic counselors or lab directors.
Technical Information
Utility: Detects sequence variations in the Parkin, PINK1 and LRRK2 genes. Specifically, the LRRK2 portion of this Evaluation will detect variations in three codons. These codons are the 1441 on exon 31, the 2019 and 2020 on exon 41.
Methodology: DNA Sequencing and Quantitative PCR
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), 83900(12), 83904(22), 83909(22), 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: 20 ml
Collection Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Stability: Refrigerate, Room temperature. Ship within 24 hours, Monday-Thursday only.
Storage Conditions: Refrigerate
Shipping Conditions: Room temperature. Ship within 24 hours, Monday-Thursday only.
Test Turnaround: 4-6 weeks
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