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SMA Carrier Plus (Reflexive)

Message
Test performed by Athena Diagonostics
Pathology approval is required.


Test Code
448


CPT Codes
81404(1), 81405(1)

Includes
SMN DNA Sequencing Test, Spinal Muscular Atropy Carrier Test


Preferred Specimen
Whole Blood
EDTA lavender top



Minimum Volume
4mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Whole Blood
ACD-A or ACD-B Yellow top


Instructions
Test requisition and consent forms are required to accompany the specimen


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
5 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted specimens


Methodology
MLPA nad DNA Sequencing

Setup Schedule
TAT: 7-12 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.