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HelpTest Code LGCMP Inherited Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy and Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome Gene Panel, Varies
Ordering Guidance
Targeted testing for familial variants (also called site-specific or known mutations testing) is available for the genes on this panel. See FMTT / Familial Variant, Targeted Testing, Varies. To obtain more information about this testing option, call 800-533-1710.
Customization of this panel and single gene analysis for any gene present on this panel are available. For more information see CGPH / Custom Gene Panel, Hereditary, Next-Generation Sequencing, Varies.
Shipping Instructions
Specimen preferred to arrive within 96 hours of collection.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: A previous bone marrow transplant from an allogenic donor will interfere with testing. For instructions for testing patients who have received a bone marrow transplant, call 800-533-1710.
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA) or yellow top (ACD)
Acceptable: Any anticoagulant
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Specimen Stability Information: Ambient (preferred)/Refrigerated
Additional Information: To ensure minimum volume and concentration of DNA is met, the preferred volume of blood must be submitted. Testing may be canceled if DNA requirements are inadequate.
Forms
1. New York Clients-Informed consent is required.
Document on the request form or electronic order that a copy is on file.
The following documents are available:
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (T576)
-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (Spanish) (T826)
2. Molecular Genetics: Neurology Patient Information
3. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Neurology Specialty Testing Client Test Request (T732) with the specimen.
Useful For
Establishing a molecular diagnosis for patients with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy or congenital myasthenic syndrome
Identifying variants within genes known to be associated with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy or congenital myasthenic syndrome, allowing for predictive testing of at-risk family members
Special Instructions
- Molecular Genetics: Biochemical Disorders Patient Information
- Informed Consent for Genetic Testing
- Neuromuscular Myopathy Testing Algorithm
- Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (Spanish)
- Targeted Genes and Methodology Details for Inherited Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy and Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome Gene Panel
Method Name
Sequence Capture and Targeted Next-Generation Sequencing followed by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Sanger Sequencing
Reporting Name
LGMD and CMS Gene PanelSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Varies | ||
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Clinical Information
The limb-girdle muscular dystrophies (LGMD) are a heterogeneous group of muscular dystrophies that show progressive weakness and muscle atrophy, predominantly affecting the hips, shoulders, and proximal extremity muscles. There is wide variability in age of onset, severity, and clinical presentation within the LGMD spectrum.
Congenital myasthenic syndromes occur as a result of compromised neuromuscular transmission. Clinical manifestations include fatigable weakness involving ocular, bulbar, and limb muscles. The severity and disease course are highly variable, but individuals usually present in infancy or early childhood. The clinical phenotype associated with a neonatal onset can include feeding difficulties, poor suck and cry, choking spells, eyelid ptosis, and muscle weakness. The clinical phenotype associated with a later childhood onset can include abnormal muscle fatigue, delayed motor milestones, ptosis, and extraocular muscle weakness.
The clinical overlap of limb-girdle muscular dystrophy and limb-girdle congenital myasthenic syndromes can make these conditions difficult to distinguish clinically. Misdiagnoses can lead to diagnostic delays of several decades, impacting prognostic predictions and appropriate management. This multigene panel can be an efficient and cost-effective way to establish a molecular diagnosis.
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Varies
Report Available
21 to 28 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
81443