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The National Genomic Test Directories specify which genomic tests are commissioned by the NHS in England, to be delivered by Genomic Laboratory Hubs.

Clinical Indication ID & Name

R403

MCADD - Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency – full ACADM sequencing

Test Group

Screening

Test code

R403.1

Test name

N/A

Target genes

ACADM

Test scope

n/a

Test method/ technology

Single gene sequencing <10 amplicons

Optimal Family Structure

n/a

Eligibility Criteria

Likely MCADD identified following neonatal screening or diagnostic metabolic testing requiring testing of the full ACADM gene

Commissioning group

Core

Overlapping idications

• R105 MCADD - Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency – common variant test should be used in the first instance except where the testing laboratory specifically guides otherwise

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

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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