Spinal Muscular Atrophy – SMN Copy Number
Purpose: | To screen for SMN1 deletion causing Spinal Muscular Atrophy. |
CPT Codes: | 81401 |
Methodology: | Gene copy number by Real-Time PCR |
Turnaround Time: | Carrier Screening: 14 days Newborn Diagnostic Testing: 48 hrs |
Specimen: | Blood |
Forms: | 1. Carrier Screen Requisition Form 2. Diagnostic Test Requisition Form 3. Informed Consent Form |