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PMP22 Gene
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | MOLT |
| Performed by | Mayo via Quest |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | Fluorescent in-situ hybridization (FISH) |
| Collection Instructions | An ABN for potential personal financial responsibility should be obtained. |
| Container type | Dark Green top |
| Amount to Collect | 8 mL blood |
| Sample type | Heparinized whole blood |
| Preferred volume | 8 mL blood |
| Min. Volume | 5 mL blood |
| Processing notes | Refrigerate. Order Quest # 15515X |
| Normal range | Two copies |
| Turn around times | Test performed Monday-Friday. Turnaround time: 2 weeks. |
| Additional information | Restricted to Neurology service. This tests detects the duplication or deletion of a portion of the peripheral myelin protein gene on chromosome 17p11.2. Deletion of this gene leads to a hereditary neuropathy with a susceptibility to pressure palsy; duplication leads to the hereditary neuropathy CHarcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 1A. The test is not FDA-licensed, may be considered experimental and may not be covered by many carriers, including Medicare and MediCal. |
| CPT coding | 83896-90, 83912-90 |
| Last Updated | 5/14/2012 10:27:35 AM |
| Entry Number | 753 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667