Myofibrillar Myopathy (MFM) Evaluation

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This test is currently only available in BHS CPRS. If you are a Bedford provider and wish to see this test offered in Bedford CPRS- please contact the Bedford Laboratory.


Test Code
MFM EVAL(O)


Includes
BAG3 DNA Sequencing Test, CRYAB DNA Sequencing Test, DES DNA Sequencing Test, FLNC DNA Sequencing Test, LDB3 (ZASP) DNA Sequencing Test, MYOT (MFM) DNA Sequencing Test


Preferred Specimen
Whole blood lavender EDTA


Minimum Volume
10 mL


Instructions
Avoid freezing. Ship within 24 hours if possible.


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Methodology
DNA Sequencing

Report Available
28-56 days


Reference Range
Provided with the patient report in CPRS.


Clinical Significance
Disease(s) tested for: Myofibrillar Myopathy (MFM)

Utility: Detects mutations in CRYAB, DES, FLNC, LDB3 (ZASP), MYOT, and BAG3 genes


Performing Laboratory
Test performed at Athena Diagnotics.

Additional Information
Link to test information on Athena Diagnostics website

Last Updated: October 28, 2015


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