Test Code ARVGG Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy Gene Panel, Varies
Ordering Guidance
This test is intended for genetic screening for and diagnosis of arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy.
For comprehensive inherited cardiac arrhythmia genetic testing, order CARGG / Comprehensive Arrhythmia Gene Panel, Varies.
For comprehensive cardiomyopathy genetic testing, order CCMGG / Comprehensive Cardiomyopathy Gene Panel, Varies.
For comprehensive cardiac arrhythmia and cardiomyopathy testing, order CACMG / Comprehensive Arrhythmia and Cardiomyopathy Gene Panel, Varies.
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.
Necessary Information
Prior Authorization is available, but not required, for this test. If proceeding with the prior authorization process, submit the required form with the specimen.
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Patient Preparation: A previous bone marrow transplant from an allogenic donor will interfere with testing. Call 800-533-1710 for instructions for testing patients who have received a bone marrow transplant.
Container/Tube:
Preferred: 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
Genetics Test Information
This test utilizes next-generation sequencing to detect single nucleotide and copy number variants in 18 genes associated with hereditary forms of arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy: CDH2, DES, DSC2, DSG2, DSP, EMD, FLNC, JUP, LMNA, NKX2-5, PKP2, PLN, PPA2, PRKAG2, RBM20, RYR2, TMEM43, and TTN. See Targeted Genes and Methodology Details for Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy Gene Panel and Method Description for additional details.
Identification of a disease-causing variant may assist with diagnosis, prognosis, clinical management, familial screening, and genetic counseling for hereditary forms of arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy.
Prior Authorization is available for this assay.
Specimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
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Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Varies
Report Available
28 to 42 daysSpecimen Retention Time
Whole blood: 2 weeks (if available); Extracted DNA: 3 monthsPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterCPT Code Information
81439