Repeat Expansion Detection by PCR, Long Read Sequencing
CNBP DNA (DM2)
Myotonic Dystrophy, Type 2
Whole blood
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen volume: 8 mL
Collection instructions:
1. Draw blood in a lavender top (EDTA) tube(s).
2. Invert several times to mix.
3. Send ambient.
Note: Collection date is required.
6 mL
Hemolysis | OK |
Lipemia | OK |
Icterus | OK |
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
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Whole blood | Ambient (preferred) | 10 days | |
Refrigerated | 10 days |
Detects CCTG repeat expansions in the Zinc Finger Protein 9 (ZNF9) gene.
Typical Presentation: Individuals with a range of symptoms from cataracts to significant muscle wasting, cardiac complications, ptosis and myotonia.
A final report will be attached in MayoAccess.
Monday through Friday
81187
Test Id | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
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FDMZ | CNBP DNA (DM2) | Not Provided |
Result Id | Test Result Name |
Result LOINC Value
Applies only to results expressed in units of measure originally reported by the performing laboratory. These values do not apply to results that are converted to other units of measure.
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FDMZ | CNBP DNA (DM2) | Not Provided |
Change Type | Effective Date |
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Test Changes - Method | 2025-04-17 |