Comprehensive Neuromuscular Gene Panel, Varies
Use
This test is particularly useful for establishing a molecular diagnosis for patients who present with neuromuscular disorders. By identifying variants within the 215 genes analyzed, this test allows for predictive testing in at-risk family members. It assists in diagnosis, prognosis, clinical management, recurrence risk assessment, familial screening, and genetic counseling for a comprehensive range of neuromuscular disorders.
Special Instructions
Informed consent is required for New York clients. A copy should be documented on the request form or electronic order. Only 1 specimen should be submitted from the options listed. For patients who have undergone a bone marrow transplant, instructions should be obtained by contacting the provided number. For detailed algorithm and test order adjustments, refer to the Neuromuscular Myopathy Testing Algorithm.
Limitations
Next-generation sequencing (NGS) may not detect all types of genomic variants, and in rare cases, false-negative or false-positive results can occur. Technical limitations include regions of homology, high GC content, and repetitive sequences that may affect results. The test is validated to detect 95% of deletions up to 75 bp and insertions up to 47 bp, but larger insertions/deletions and complex rearrangements may not be reliably detected. The analysis is not designed to detect mosaicism or differentiate somatic from germline variants.
Methodology
NGS
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 103957-7
- 62364-5
- 31208-2
- 50397-9
- 82939-0
- 69047-9
- 99622-3
- 48767-8
- 85069-3
- 48018-6
- 18771-6
Result Turnaround Time
28-42 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Lavender top (EDTA) or yellow top (ACD)
Collection Instructions
Invert several times to mix blood. Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Patient Preparation
A previous bone marrow transplant from an allogenic donor will interfere with testing.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 4 days |
| Refrigerated | 4 days |
| Frozen | 4 days |
