DRPLA DNA Test

Message
Test performed by Athena Laboratory.
Pathology approval is required.


Test Code
401


Alias/See Also
Testing for Dentatorubralpallidouysian Atrophy


CPT Codes
81404(1)

Preferred Specimen
Whole Blood
EDTA Lavender Top


Minimum Volume
10mL


Instructions
Signed requistion form is required to accompany the specimen.


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability


Ship within 24hrs of collection.




Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Frozen specimen


Methodology
PCR and Fragment Analysis by Capillary Electrophoresis

Setup Schedule
TAT: 7-14 days




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.