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Order Code BTDZ Biotinidase Deficiency, BTD Full Gene Analysis, Varies

Useful For

Second-tier test for confirming biotinidase deficiency (indicated by biochemical testing or newborn screening)

 

Carrier testing of individuals with a family history of biotinidase deficiency, but disease-causing mutations have not been identified in an affected individual

Testing Algorithm

Amplification and DNA sequencing are utilized to test for the presence of a mutation in the BTD gene.

Method Name

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Amplification/DNA Sequencing

Reporting Name

BTD Gene, Full Gene Analysis

Specimen Type

Varies


Shipping Instructions


Specimen preferred to arrive within 96 hours of draw.



Specimen Required


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.

Specimen Type: Whole blood

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 specimen in original tube.


Specimen Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time
Varies Ambient (preferred)
  Frozen 
  Refrigerated 

Reject Due To

All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.

Reference Values

An interpretive report will be provided.

Method Description

Bi-directional sequence analysis is performed to test for the presence of a mutation in all coding regions and intron/exon boundaries of the BTD gene.(Unpublished Mayo method)

Day(s) Performed

Varies

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

CPT Code Information

81404-BTD (biotinidase) (eg, biotinidase deficiency), full gene sequence

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 in Special Instructions:

-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (T576)

-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing-Spanish (T826)

2. Molecular Genetics: Biochemical Disorders Patient Information (T527) in Special Instructions

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