NOTCH3 (CADASIL) Sequencing Test

Test Code
1175

Test Details


Test code:1175
Type of disorder:Cerebrovascular Disease
Disease(s) tested for:CADASIL (Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy)
Genes Included: NOTCH3,
Informed Consent Required:This test requires physician attestation that patient consent has been received

Technical Information


Clinical Significance:Detects sequence variants in the NOTCH3 gene in patients with CADASIL (Cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy with subcortical infarcts and leukoencephalopathy).
Methodology: Next Generation Sequencing
Reference Range:See Laboratory Report

CPT Coding


The CPT codes provided 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 payer being billed.

CPT:81406

Specimen Requirements


Please label each specimen tube with two forms of patient identification. These forms of identification must also appear on the requisition form.

Specimen Type:Whole blood
Specimen Stability: Room temperature: 10 days, Refrigerated: 10 days, Frozen: Unacceptable,
Specimen Requirements: 8 mL (6 mL minimum) whole blood collected in two (lavender-top) EDTA tubes.
Instructions:Higher blood volumes ensure adequate DNA quantity, which varies with WBC, specimen condition, and need for confirmatory testing.

Shipping Considerations


Transport Temperature:Room temperature
Set-up/Analytic Time:28-35 days

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