Skeletal Dysplasia Panel, Sequencing (39 Genes) and Deletion/Duplication (36 Genes), Fetal
| CPT Code(s): | 81404 x2 (FGFR2, FGFR3); 81405 (FGFR1); 81408 x2 (COL1A1, COL1A2); 81479 x2; 81265 Fetal Cell Contamination |
| Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect:Fetal Specimen: Four (4) T-25 flasks at 80 percent confluent of cultured amniocytes or cultured CVS. If the client is unable to culture, this can be arranged by contacting RDL Client Services at (888) 431-7474. AND Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA), or yellow (ACD Solution A or B). Specimen Preparation:Cultured Amniocytes or Cultured CVS: Fill flasks with culture media. Transport four (4) T-25 flasks at 80 percent confluent of cultured cells filled with culture media. Backup cultures must be retained at the client's institution until testing is complete.AND Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Transport 3 mL whole blood (Min: 1 mL) Storage/Transport Temperature:Culture Amniocytes or Cultured CVS: CRITICAL ROOM TEMPERATURE. Must be received within 48 hours of shipment due to lability of cells. Maternal Cell Contamination Specimen: Room temperature. Stability:Fetal Specimen: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable Maternal: Ambient: 72 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable |
| New York DOH Approval Status: | Specimens from New York clients will be sent out to a New York DOH approved laboratory, if possible. |
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