MYBPC3 Gene Mutation Analysis
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is typically inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern and has a variable age of onset and prognosis. Mutations in the myosin-binding protein (MYBPC3) gene are one of the most frequent genetic causes of the disease. Various mutations in the MYBPC3 gene have been documented in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The c.3330+2T>G mutation has been found specifically in Old Order Amish patients.
Test Indications
- Confirmation of a clinical diagnosis
- Family history of known c.3330+2T>G MYBPC3 gene mutation
- Family history of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in an Amish family
OMIM #: 600958
Sample Requirements
- Infants: 2-3 mL whole blood in purple top EDTA tube
- Children (>2 years) and adults: 3-4 mL whole blood in purple top EDTA tube
Sample Handling
Blood samples stored overnight should be refrigerated or kept cold. Blood samples should never be frozen. Specimens being sent from outside facilities should be packaged with a cold pack according to standard medical safety practices. The specimen should be shipped by overnight priority [scheduled to arrive by Friday morning at the latest].
Shipping Address
Center for Human Genetics Laboratory
10524 Euclid Avenue, Sixth Floor
Cleveland, OH 44106
216-983-1134
For local samples, please call Client Service (216-844-5227) to arrange for sample pick-up.
Turnaround Time
Two weeks
CPT Code
81403
Please submit a completed Molecular Requisition for each sample.