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FISH Analysis - Charcot-Marie-Tooth Neuropathy Type 1A HEREDITARY MOTOR AND SENSORY NEUROPATHY IA \| HMSN1A \| CHARCOT-MARIE-TOOTH DISEASE \| AUTOSOMAL DOMINANT WITH FOCALLY FOLDED MYELIN SHE \| CMT1A
Test Information:	Confirmation of Clinical Diagnosis, FISH can be used to detect duplications in patients with a suspected diagnosis of CMT1A or in individuals with a positive family history. Although testing minors for adult onset disorders is not advised, children with neurological symptoms and a first-degree relatives.
Test Details
Test Code:	8462
Special Notes:	For initial screening we recommend CMA - HR (#8655).
Technical Information
Methodology:	Fluorescent in Situ Hybridization (FISH) Analysis
Gene Name:	PMP22
Protein Name:	Peripheral myelin protein 22

Sample & Shipping Information
Test Requisition:	Cytogenetics
Specimen Type:	Blood
Requirements:	Draw blood in a Sodium Heparin (green-top) tube(s) and send 3-5 cc (Adults/Children) or 1-2 cc (Infant< 2 years).
Shipping Conditions:	Ship at room temperature in an insulated container by overnight courier. Specimen should arrive in the laboratory within 48 hrs of collection. Do not heat or freeze.

Billing Information
Turn Around Time:	14 days
List Price:	*For Insurance or Institutional Prices, please call.
CPT Codes:	88230x1, 88271x1, 88274x1, 88291x1

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