Order or find a test

Please continue to use the test directory below. The National Genomic Test Directories specify which genomic tests are commissioned by the NHS in England, to be delivered by Genomic Laboratory Hubs.

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Clinical Indication ID & Name

R106

Alstrom syndrome

Test Group

Endocrinology

Test code

R106.1

Test name

N/A

Target genes

ALMS1

Test scope

n/a

Test method/ technology

Single gene sequencing >=10 amplicons

Optimal Family Structure

n/a

Eligibility Criteria

Clinical features strongly indicative of a diagnosis of Alstrom syndrome including at least two of the following:
1. Hepatobiliary disease
2. Retinal degeneration
3. Childhood onset obesity
4. Renal disease

Commissioning group

Highly Specialised

Overlapping idications

• R27 Congenital malformation and dysmorphism syndromes – likely monogenic or R89 Ultra-rare and atypical monogenic disorders tests should be used in individuals overlapping or atypical presentations where features are not characteristic of Alstrom syndrome specifically

Address for samples/request forms

Genetics Laboratory
5th Floor Tower Wing
Guy’s Hospital
London
SE1 9RT

Contact with queries

gst-tr.southeastglh@nhs.net

Supporting documents

n/a

Education resources

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Turn around times

All our turnaround times are listed on our specific turn around page https://southeastgenomics.nhs.uk/professionals/service-turn-around-times/

Consent record

See consent guidance in test request form

Sample requirements

Samples may be rejected for the following reasons: 1.Samples and request form do not show at least three identical patient identifiers 2.The sample is in the incorrect collection media 3.The request form is not sufficiently completed 4.The sample is not of sufficient volume 5.The sample is too old