Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON) Panel

Concurrent analysis of multiple variants in the mitochondrial genome associated with Leber hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON), characterized by bilateral subacute visual failure. 

NY Approved

Test Overview

Clinical Utility

  • Molecular confirmation of a clinical diagnosis
  • Testing of patients suspected of having a LHON

Test Details

Conditions

  • Lebers Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON)

Lab Method

  • Next-Gen Sequencing

Ordering Information

Test Code: TH12
CPT Codes*: 81401x1
ABN Required: No
Turnaround Time**: 4 weeks
Preferred Specimen: 2-5 mL Blood - Lavender Top Tube
Alternative Specimen: Buccal Swabs | Extracted DNA

*The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

**Turnaround times are estimates and begin once the sample(s) begin processing at the GeneDx lab and could be extended in situations outside GeneDx’s control.

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