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SPINOCEREBELLAR ATAXIA TYPE 2

Message
QUEST WILDCODE NEEDED
Call Carrie x4171 or Amber x4173


Test Code
LAB1807


Alias/See Also
LAB1807
SCA2 (ATXN2) Repeat Expansion Test - Athena TC: 672
 


CPT Codes
81179

Includes
ATXN2


Preferred Specimen
8 mL Lavender (EDTA) - Whole Blood
Collected in 2 Lavender (EDTA) tubes.


Minimum Volume
6mL 


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 10 days


Methodology
Repeat Expansion Detection by PCR

Report Available
14-21 days


Clinical Significance
Detects CAG triplet repeat expansion in the SCA2 gene.
Typical Presentation: Ataxia, poor coordination of hand, speech and eye movements, uncoordinated and unsteady gait.
 


Performing Laboratory
Sent to Quest Diagnostics, they send onto Athena Diagnostics



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.