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Method Name
Repeat Expansion Detection by PCR, Long Read Sequencing
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen volume: 8 mL
Pediatric (0-3 years) Volume: 2 mL (1 mL minimum)
Collection instructions:
1. Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube.
2. Invert several times to mix.
3. Send ambient
Note: Collection date is required.
Reporting Name
DMPK DNA (DM1)Specimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Ambient (preferred) | 10 days |
| Refrigerated | 10 days |
Report Available
14 to 32 daysPerforming Laboratory
Athena DiagnosticsLOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FDM1 | DMPK DNA (DM1) | Not Provided |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z0101 | DMPK DNA (DM1) | Not Provided |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
CPT Code Information
81234
Specimen Minimum Volume
6 mL
Reference Values
A final report will be attached in MayoAccess.