Test Code UBE3Z UBE3A Gene, Full Gene Analysis, Varies
Useful For
Confirmation of a diagnosis of Angelman syndrome in patients who have previously tested negative by methylation analysis
Reflex Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
---|---|---|---|
CULFB | Fibroblast Culture for Genetic Test | Yes | No |
Testing Algorithm
If skin biopsy is received, fibroblast culture will be added and charged separately.
See Prader-Willi and Angelman Syndromes: Laboratory Approach to Diagnosis in Special Instructions.
Special Instructions
Method Name
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Followed by DNA Sequence Analysis
Reporting Name
UBE3A Gene, Full Gene AnalysisSpecimen Type
VariesShipping 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.
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
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 Stability Information: Ambient (preferred)/Refrigerated/Frozen
Specimen Type: Cultured fibroblasts
Container/Tube: T-75 or T-25 flask
Specimen Volume: 1 Full T-75 or 2 full T-25 flasks
Specimen Stability Information: Ambient (preferred)/Refrigerated <24 hours
Specimen Type: Skin biopsy
Container/Tube: Sterile container with any standard cell culture media (eg, minimal essential media, RPMI 1640). The solution should be supplemented with 1% penicillin and streptomycin. Tubes can be supplied upon request (Eagle's minimum essential medium with 1% penicillin and streptomycin [T115]).
Specimen Volume: 4-mm punch
Specimen Stability Information: Refrigerated (preferred)/Ambient
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Varies | Varies |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated by Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Performing Laboratory

Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
81406-UBE3A (ubiquitina protein ligase E3A) (eg, Angelman syndrome), full gene sequence
Fibroblast Culture for Genetic Test
88233-Tissue culture, skin or solid tissue biopsy (if appropriate)
88240-Cryopreservation (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
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UBE3Z | UBE3A Gene, Full Gene Analysis | 94218-5 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
54034 | Result Summary | 50397-9 |
54035 | Result | 82939-0 |
54036 | Interpretation | 69047-9 |
54037 | Additional Information | 48767-8 |
54038 | Specimen | 31208-2 |
54039 | Source | 31208-2 |
54040 | Released By | 18771-6 |
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: Congenital Inherited Diseases Patient Information (T521) in Special Instructions.