Achondroplasia ( FGFR3 ) 2 Mutations, Fetal
Ordering Recommendation
Confirm diagnosis in at-risk fetuses or those with ultrasonographic features consistent with achondroplasia.
New York DOH Approval Status
Specimen Required
Amniotic fluid OR cultured amniocytes OR cultured CVS: Two T-25 flasks at 80 percent confluency.
AND maternal whole blood: Lavender (K2 or K3EDTA), pink (K2EDTA), or yellow (ACD solution A or B).
If the client is unable to culture, order test Cytogenetics Grow and Send (ARUP test code 0040182) in addition to this test and ARUP will culture upon receipt (culturing fees will apply). If you have any questions, contact ARUP's Genetics Processing at 800-522-2787 ext. 3301.
Amniotic fluid: Transport 10 mL amniotic fluid in a sterile container (min: 5 mL). OR cultured amniocytes OR cultured CVS: Fill flasks with culture media. Backup cultures must be retained at the client's institution until testing is complete.
AND maternal whole blood: transport 2 mL whole blood (min: 1 mL).
Preferred transport temp: Amniotic fluid, cultured amniocytes or cultured CVS: CRITICAL ROOM TEMPERATURE. Must be received within 2 days of shipment due to liability of cells. Maternal whole blood: Room temperature.
Frozen specimens in glass collection tubes.
Patient History Form is available on the ARUP Web site or by contacting ARUP Client Services.
Counseling and informed consent are recommended for genetic testing. Consent forms are linked above.
New York Clients: informed consent is required with submission.
Fetal Specimen: Room temperature: 2 days; Refrigerated: 2 days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Maternal whole blood: Room Temperature: 3 days; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) / Fluorescence Monitoring / Fragment Analysis
Performed
Varies
Reported
2-7 days
If culture is required, an additional 1 to 2 weeks is required for processing time.
Reference Interval
Refer to report
Interpretive Data
Refer to report
Laboratory Developed Test (LDT)
Note
Hotline History
Hotline History
CPT Codes
81401; 81265 Fetal Cell Contamination (FCC)
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 0050548 | Maternal Contamination Study Fetal Spec | 59266-7 |
| 0050612 | Maternal Contam Study, Maternal Spec | 66746-9 |
| 0051505 | Achondroplasia PCR Fetal Specimen | 31208-2 |
| 3016852 | Achondroplasia PCR, Fetal Interp |
















