Periodic Paralysis Panel

Concurrent analysis of multiple genes associated with periodic paralyses (intermittent attacks of muscle weakness or paralysis). 

NY Approved

Test Overview

Clinical Utility

  • Molecular confirmation of a clinical diagnosis
  • Identification of at-risk family members
  • Assist with treatment/management decisions
  • Recurrence risk assessment

Test Details

Genes

ATP1A2, CACNA1S, CLCN1, KCNJ2, KCNJ5, RYR1, SCN4A, SCNN1A, SLC12A3

Conditions

  • Andersen-Tawil Syndrome
  • Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis
  • Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis
  • Periodic paralysis

Lab Method

  • Deletion/Duplication Analysis
  • Next-Gen Sequencing

Ordering Information

Test Code: TG81
CPT Codes*: 81403x1, 81406x2, 81407x1, 81408x1, 81479x2
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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