Neurogenetics DNA Diagnostic Laboratory: Testing for Mutations Associated with Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis (HYPP; SCN4A)
- Phone: 617-726-5721
REQUIRED FOR ALL ORDERS
FORMS
- General Requisition Form
- Test Addition Form
- NCL Checklist
- Sample Preparation
- Consent Form
- Medical Release Form
CREDENTAILS
- CLIA #22DO883928
- New York State #CQP4866
- CLIA Certificate
- NY License, Sims
- NY License Xin
- Maryland License
Test Description
We currently offer PCR-based restriction enzyme digest assays to detect four mutations [T704M, M1360V, M1592V, and I693T] in the SCN4A gene associated with Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis (HYPP). This allows for a detection rate of >90% of previously reported mutations in the SCN4A gene.
Sample Preparation: Sample Preparation (PDF)
Results
Results of DNA analysis will be communicated in a written report to the referring professional.
Reasons
Analysis is appropriate for the individuals with clinical phenotype of (HYPP) for diagnostic consideration and/or confirmation. It is possible to evaluate and possibly identify a disease mutation in unaffected carriers (presymptomatic individuals) with a family history.
Note: Because of the variation in clinical phenotypic expression we require that genetic counseling be obtained prior to request for presymptomatic testing.
updated 5/24/2012
