This test analyzes genes associated with hereditary Parkinson’s disease and Parkinsonism.
Test Code | D4018 |
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Test Summary |
This test analyzes genes associated with hereditary Parkinson’s disease and Parkinsonism. |
Turn Around Time | 2 - 3 weeks |
Acceptable Sample Types | DNA, Isolated , Dried Blood Spots , Saliva , Whole Blood (EDTA) |
Acceptable Billing Types | Institutional Billing , Self (patient) Payment |
NY Approved | No |
CPT Codes** | 81479(x1), 81443(x1) |
Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system. The condition affects several regions of the brain, especially the substantia nigra, which controls balance and movement. The first symptom of Parkinson's disease is often trembling or shaking of a limb. Symptoms also include rigidity or stiffness of the limbs and torso, slow movement or an inability to move, and impaired balance and coordination. Parkinson's disease can also affect emotions and thinking ability and include psychiatric symptoms such as depression and visual hallucinations. Parkinson's Disease affects more than 1 million people in North America, with the late-onset form (after age 50) being the most common. Most cases probably result from a complex interaction of environmental and genetic factors. Approximately 15% of people with Parkinson's disease have a family history, with many genes potentially causing familial issues.
Collection Container(s) |
Oragene™ Saliva Collection Kit or ORAcollect-Dx kit |
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Collection |
Collect saliva on an Oragene™ Saliva Collection Kit ORAcollect-Dx kit according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
Sample Condition |
Store at ambient temperature. Do not refrigerate or freeze. |
Shipping |
Ship overnight at ambient temperature. |
SPECIAL SAMPLE INSTRUCTIONS |
Please contact Revvity Omics to request the saliva collection kit for patients who cannot provide a blood sample as whole blood is the preferred sample. Testing using Saliva swabs is currently not available for customers in India. Contact the Revvity Omics laboratory for more information. |
Collection Container(s) |
Dried blood spot card |
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Collection |
Follow kit instructions. Briefly, allow blood to saturate the card until indicated areas are filled and blood has soaked through the card. Air dry the card at ambient temperature for at least 3 hours.
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Sample Condition |
Follow the instructions provided with the collection set. Store the dried blood at ambient temperature for up to two days. If the specimen cannot be sent as soon as it is dry, the filter paper should be placed in a sealable plastic bag and stored in a refrigerator (≤ 8°C) or preferably in a freezer. |
Shipping |
Follow kit instructions. Double bag and ship overnight at ambient temperature. |
Collection |
Required DNA Quantity by Test Type*:
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Sample Condition |
* Required DNA Quality: High molecular weight DNA (>12kb). A260/A280 reading should be ≥ 1.8. A260/230 a ratio range of 1.8 to 2.2. Contact the laboratory for specific amounts if total ng cannot be met. |
Shipping |
Ship overnight at ambient temperature. |
SPECIAL SAMPLE INSTRUCTIONS |
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Collection Container(s) |
EDTA (purple top) |
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Collection |
Infants (< 2-years): 2 to 3 mL; Children (>2-years): 3 to 5 mL; Older children and adults: Minimum 5mL. The blood tube should be inverted several times immediately after blood collection to prevent coagulation. |
Sample Condition |
Store at ambient temperature. Do not refrigerate or freeze. |
Shipping |
Ship overnight at ambient temperature ensuring receipt within 5-days of collection. |
SPECIAL SAMPLE INSTRUCTIONS |
Clotted or hemolyzed samples are not accepted. |
Select the correct test for your patient, and download and fill out the Clinical Genomics test requisition form.
Obtain a sample for testing from the patient using one of the provided Revvity Omics test packs.
Send samples and all required forms back to Revvity for processing using pre-paid shipping label.
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