Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia (CASR) DNA Sequencing Test

Test Code
900611


CPT Codes
81405

Preferred Specimen
8 mL whole blood collected in two EDTA (lavender-top) tubes
Pediatric (0-3 years): 2 mL whole blood


Minimum Volume
6 mL • Pediatric: 1 mL


Instructions
Please label each specimen tube with two forms of patient identification. These forms of identification must also appear on the requisition form.

Hemolysis may compromise DNA recovery and integrity after 48 hours.


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 10 days
Refrigerated: 10 days
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Sanger Sequencing

Setup Schedule
Set up: Varies; Report available: 14-28 days


Reference Range
No mutation detected


Clinical Significance
Test detects mutations (including point mutations, deletions, insertions, and rearrangements) in the coding sequences of CASR. Disease(s) tested for: Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia.




The CPT Codes provided in this document 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 payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.