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Prader-Willi Syndrome - Methylation Analysis PWS \| Prader-Labhart-Willi Syndrome
Test Information:	Confirmation of Clinical Diagnosis
Test Details
Test Code:	6050
Special Notes:	Methylation analysis detects more than 99% of patients with PWS. Approximately 70% of PWS patients will demonstrate a deletion of 15q11.2-q13 that can be detected by CMA-HR (test #8655). The use of the methylation assay is not recommended for fetal samples.
Technical Information
Methodology:	Southern Blot

Sample & Shipping Information
Test Requisition:	Molecular Diagnostics
Specimen Type:	Blood
Requirements:	Draw blood in an EDTA (purple-top) tube(s) and send 3-5 cc (Adults/Children) and 3 cc (Infant<2yrs).
Shipping Conditions:	Ship at room temperature in an insulated container by overnight courier. Do not heat or freeze.

Billing Information
Turn Around Time:	21 days
List Price:	*For Insurance or Institutional Prices, please call.
CPT Codes:	81331x1

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