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Alpha-L-Iduronidase, Leukocytes

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Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful

Diagnosis of mucopolysaccharidosis I, Hurler, Scheie, and Hurler-Scheie syndromes in leukocytes

 

This test is not useful for determining carrier status.

Genetics Test Information
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This test provides diagnostic testing for patients with clinical signs and symptoms suspicious for mucopolysaccharidosis type I (MPS I).

 

Enzyme testing is included in the diagnostic workup for infants following a positive newborn screen result for MPS I.

Testing Algorithm
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Method Name
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Flow Injection Analysis-Tandem Mass Spectrometry

NY State Available
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Yes

Reporting Name
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Alpha-L-Iduronidase, Leukocytes

Aliases
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Alpha-Iduronidase

Alpha-L-Iduronidase

Hurler Disease

Hurler Syndrome

Hurler/Scheie Syndrome

IDUA Deficiency

Iduronidase, Alpha-L

MPS 1

MPS 1a

MPS 1b

MPS 1c

MPS IA

MPS IB

MPS IC

MPS IH

MPS IH/S

MPS IS

Mucopolysaccharidosis I

Scheie Disease

Scheie Syndrome

Testing Algorithm
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Specimen Type
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Whole Blood ACD

Ordering Guidance

This test is preferred for diagnostic testing. For carrier detection, order MPS1Z / Hurler Syndrome, Full Gene Analysis, Varies.

Shipping Instructions

For optimal isolation of leukocytes, it is recommended the specimen arrive refrigerated within 6 days of collection to be stabilized. Collect specimen Monday through Thursday only and not the day before a holiday. Specimen should be collected and packaged as close to shipping time as possible.

Specimen Required
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Container/Tube:

Preferred: Yellow top (ACD solution B)

Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD solution A) or lavender top (EDTA)

Specimen Volume: 6 mL

Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.

Special Instructions
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Forms

1. New York Clients-Informed consent is required. Document on the request form or electronic order that a copy is on file. The following documents are available:

-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (T576)

-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing-Spanish (T826)

2. Biochemical Genetics Patient Information (T602)

3. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Biochemical Genetics Test Request (T798) with the specimen.

Specimen Minimum Volume
Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the testing laboratory. The minimum volume is sufficient for one attempt at testing.

2 mL

Reject Due To
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Gross hemolysis Reject

Specimen Stability Information
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Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Whole Blood ACD Refrigerated (preferred) 6 days
Ambient 6 days

Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful

Diagnosis of mucopolysaccharidosis I, Hurler, Scheie, and Hurler-Scheie syndromes in leukocytes

 

This test is not useful for determining carrier status.

Genetics Test Information
Provides information that may help with selection of the correct genetic test or proper submission of the test request

This test provides diagnostic testing for patients with clinical signs and symptoms suspicious for mucopolysaccharidosis type I (MPS I).

 

Enzyme testing is included in the diagnostic workup for infants following a positive newborn screen result for MPS I.

Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.

Clinical Information
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The mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) are a group of lysosomal storage disorders caused by the deficiency of any of the enzymes involved in the stepwise degradation of dermatan sulfate, heparan sulfate, keratan sulfate, or chondroitin sulfate, also known as glycosaminoglycans (GAG) or mucopolysaccharides. Accumulation of GAG in lysosomes interferes with normal functioning of cells, tissues, and organs. There are 11 known disorders that involve the accumulation of GAG. MPS disorders involve multiple organ systems and are characterized by coarse facial features, cardiac abnormalities, organomegaly, intellectual disabilities, short stature, and skeletal abnormalities.

 

Mucopolysaccharidosis I (MPS I) is an autosomal recessive disorder caused by reduced or absent activity of the enzyme alpha-L-iduronidase due to variants in the IDUA gene. Deficiency of alpha-L-iduronidase can result in a wide range of phenotypes categorized into 3 syndromes: Hurler syndrome (MPS IH), Scheie syndrome (MPS IS), and Hurler-Scheie syndrome (MPS IH/S). Because these syndromes cannot be distinguished biochemically, they are also referred to as MPS I and attenuated MPS I.

 

Clinical features and severity of symptoms of MPS I are variable, ranging from severe disease to an attenuated form that generally presents at a later onset with a milder clinical presentation. In general, symptoms may include coarse facies, progressive dysostosis multiplex, hepatosplenomegaly, corneal clouding, hearing loss, intellectual disabilities or learning difficulties, and cardiac valvular disease. The incidence of MPS I is approximately 1 in 100,000 live births. Treatment options include hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and enzyme replacement therapy.

 

Individuals with MPS I typically demonstrate elevated levels of the GAG dermatan sulfate and heparan sulfate (see MPSSC / Mucopolysaccharides Screen, Random, Urine; MPSWB / Mucopolysaccharides, Blood). Reduced or absent activity of alpha L-iduronidase can confirm a diagnosis of MPS I; however, enzymatic testing is not reliable for carrier detection. Molecular sequence analysis of the IDUA gene allows for detection of a disease-causing variant in affected individuals and subsequent carrier detection in relatives (see MPS1Z / Hurler Syndrome, Full Gene Analysis, Varies). To date, a clear genotype-phenotype correlation has not been established.

Reference Values
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> or =2.06 nmol/hour/mg protein

An interpretive report will be provided.

Interpretation
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Results below 2.06 nmol/hour/mg protein in properly submitted specimens are consistent with alpha-L-iduronidase deficiency (mucopolysaccharidosis I). Further differentiation between Hurler, Scheie, and Hurler-Scheie syndromes is dependent upon the clinical findings.

 

Normal results (> or =2.06 nmol/hour/mg protein) are not consistent with alpha-L-iduronidase deficiency.

Cautions
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The presence of a pseudodeficiency allele may cause reduced activity of alpha-L-iduronidase in the artificial substrate used in this assay. This can result in values below the normal reference range but will typically be greater than levels found in individuals with mucopolysaccharidosis I (MPS I).

 

This test does not differentiate between Hurler and Scheie syndromes.

 

Enzyme levels may be normal in individuals receiving enzyme replacement therapy or who have undergone hematopoietic stem cell transplant.

Clinical Reference
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1. Newborn Screening ACT Sheet [alpha-L-iduronidase deficiency with or without glycosaminoglycan (GAG) accumulation] Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I (MPS I). American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics; 2023. Updated November 2023. Accessed June 10, 2024. Available at www.acmg.net/PDFLibrary/MPSI-ACT-Sheet.pdf

2. Clark LA, Atherton AM, Burton BK, et al: Mucopolysaccharidosis type I newborn screening: Best practices for diagnosis and management. J Pediatr. 2017 Mar;182:363-370

3. Martins AM, Dualibi AP, Norato D, et al: Guidelines for the management of mucopolysaccharidosis type I. J Pediatr. 2009 Oct:155(4 Suppl):S32-S46

4. Enns GM, Steiner RD, Cowan TM: Lysosomal disorders: mucopolysaccharidoses. In: Sarafoglou K, Hoffmann GF, Roth KS, eds. Pediatric Endocrinology and Inborn Errors of Metabolism. McGraw-Hill, Medical Publishing Division; 2009:721-730

5. Clarke LA: Mucopolysaccharidosis type I. In: Adam MP, Ardinger HH, Pagon RA, et al, eds. GeneReviews [Internet]. University of Washington, Seattle; 2002. Updated February 25, 2021. Accessed March 23, 2022. Available at www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK1162/

6. Elliott S, Buroker N, Cournoyer JJ, et al: Pilot study of newborn screening for six lysosomal storage diseases using tandem mass spectrometry. Mol Genet Metab. 2016 Aug;118(4):304-309

Method Description
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The specimens are incubated with a mix of substrate and internal standard for acid sphingomyelinase, beta-glucocerebrosidase, acid alpha-glucosidase, alpha-galactosidase, galactocerebrosidase, and alpha-L-iduronidase. The sample is then purified by liquid-liquid extraction. The extract is evaporated and reconstituted before analysis by tandem mass spectrometry.(Unpublished Mayo method)

PDF Report
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No

Day(s) Performed
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Preanalytical processing: Monday through Saturday.

Testing performed: Monday, Wednesday

Report Available
The interval of time (receipt of sample at Mayo Clinic Laboratories to results available) taking into account standard setup days and weekends. The first day is the time that it typically takes for a result to be available. The last day is the time it might take, accounting for any necessary repeated testing.

3 to 7 days

Specimen Retention Time
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WBC homogenate: 1 month

Performing Laboratory Location
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Rochester

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Test Classification
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This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

CPT Code Information
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CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.

82657

LOINC® Information
Provides guidance in determining the Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC) values for the order and results codes of this test. LOINC values are provided by the performing laboratory.

Test Id Test Order Name Order LOINC Value
IDUAW Alpha-L-Iduronidase, Leukocytes 24057-2
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.
606276 Alpha-L-Iduronidase, Leukocytes 24057-2
606277 Interpretation 59462-2
606278 Reviewed By 18771-6

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Setup Files
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Sample Reports
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Normal Reports | Abnormal Reports

SI Sample Reports
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SI Normal Reports | SI Abnormal Reports