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Test Code
2423
Test Name
Wolman Disease
CPT Codes
81479
Expected Turnaround Time
Typically 2 to 4 weeks from receipt of a sample in the laboratory. All cases involving ongoing pregnancies will be expedited.
Clinical Utility
Genetic analysis to provide a molecular diagnosis of this disorder. Recommended for individuals with a personal and/or family history of this disorder to ensure appropriate treatment and establish recurrence risk for family members.
Specimen and Container Info

Non-Prenatal Specimens

Preferred/Alternate

Specimen Type

Containers

Volume

Preferred Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Lavender Top (EDTA)

3 mL

Alternate Specimen Type

Genomic DNA

1.5 mL Tube

3 µg (at a concentration of at least 30 ng/µl), preferably in TE solution.

Alternate Specimen Type

Fibroblasts

T-25 Flasks

2 confluent T-25 flasks, filled to capacity

Alternate Specimen Type

Saliva (Whole blood is recommended for CNV)

DNA Self-Collection Kit or Oragene Saliva Collection Kit for Young Children

Follow kit instructions (www.dnagenotek.com)

Prenatal Specimens

Either specimen type below is acceptable.

Specimen Type

Containers

Volume

Cultured cells

T-25 Flasks

2 confluent T-25 flasks derived from amnio or CVS samples.

Genomic DNA

1.5 mL Tube

3 µg (at a concentration of at least 30 ng/µl), preferably in TE solution.

NOTE: For specimens from outside of North America, the preferred specimen type is Genomic DNA. HNL Genomics does not recommend shipping whole blood or cultured cells from any location other than the United States, Canada, or Mexico.
Transport Instructions
  • Transport at room temperature within 24 hours.
  • If the specimen cannot be transported to the lab within 24 hours, refrigerate for up to 72 hours.
  • Do not freeze or expose to extreme temperatures, refrigerate for up to 72 hours if cannot be transported to lab within 24 hours. 
Stability Requirements

Room Temperature

24 hours

Refrigerated

72 hours
Causes for Rejection
  • Improperly labeled specimen (minimum of two patient identifiers)
  • Inappropriate specimen type
  • Incomplete or incorrect test request form
  • Insufficient volume
  • Specimen has leaked in transit
  • Specimen without a test order
Methodology
Next Generation Sequencing and Copy Number Variation Analysis
Performing Location
Genomics - Snowdrift
Description

Lysosomal acid lipase deficiency also called as cholesteryl ester storage disease (CESD, MIM 278000) and Wolman disease (MIM 278000) are autosomal recessive disorders caused by mutations in the LIPA gene, which codes for lysosomal acid lipase/cholesteryl ester hydrolase. Wolman disease is more severe with onset in infancy and death occurring early in life. It is characterized by massive infiltration of the liver, spleen, and other organs by macrophages filled with cholesteryl esters and triglycerides. CESD is milder, later-onset disease with primary hepatic involvement by macrophages engorged with cholesteryl esters. Typical gastrointestinal findings consist of steatorrhea, hepatosplenomegaly, hepatic fibrosis, and esophageal varices. The clinical severity varies from early-onset liver cirrhosis to survival into adulthood. Wolman disease is caused by genetic defects of LIPA that leave no residual enzymatic activity, while in CESD patients a residual enzyme activity can be identified.
Testing Schedule
Monday-Friday
Genes
LIPA
Disease Group
Liver, Metabolic and Endocrine
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