Angelman Syndrome and Prader-Willi Syndrome by Methylation-Sensitive PCR, Fetal
| CPT Code(s): | 81331; 81265 Fetal Cell Contamination (FCC) |
| Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect: Fetal Specimen: Four (4) T-25 flasks at 80 percent confluency of cultured amniocytes. If the client is unable to culture amniocytes, this can be arranged by contacting RDL Client Services at (888) 431-7474. Or amniotic fluid.AND Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA), or yellow (ACD Solution A or B). Specimen Preparation: Cultured Amniocytes: Fill flasks with culture media. Transport four (4) T-25 flasks at 80 percent confluency of cultured amniocytes. Backup cultures must be retained at the client's institution until testing is complete. OR Amniotic Fluid: Transport 20 mL unspun fluid. (Min: 10 mL)AND Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Transport 3 mL whole blood. (Min: 1 mL) Storage/Transport Temperature: Cultured Amniocytes: CRITICAL ROOM TEMPERATURE. Must be received within 48 hours of shipment due to liability of cells. Amniotic fluid: Room temperature. Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Room temperature. Stability: Fetal Specimen: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Ambient: 72 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable |
| New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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