Unit Code 8008:
Beta-Galactosidase, Fibroblasts
Useful For 
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Detection of generalized gangliosidosis and the mild form (Type II)
of Morquio disease and to detect galactosialidosis
Genetics Test Information Provides information that may help with selection of the correct test or proper submission of the test request
Leukocytes are the preferred screening specimen. Not recommended
for carrier detection.
Additional Tests Lists test(s) that are always performed, at an additional charge, with the initial test(s)
| Unit Code | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
| 8482 | Fibroblast Culture | Yes | Yes |
| 88832 | Cryopreserve for Biochem Studies | No | Yes |
Testing Algorithm Delineates situation(s) when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
When this test is ordered, a fibroblast culture and cryopreservation for
biochemical studies will always be performed at an additional charge.
However, for multiple lysosomal enzyme assays on a patient utilizing
fibroblast culture, only 1 culture is required regardless of the number
of enzyme assays ordered. If viable cells are not obtained within
10 days, client will be notified.
Special Instructions and Forms Describes specimen collection and preparation information, test algorithms, and other information pertinent to test. Also includes pertinent information and consent forms to be used when requesting a particular test
Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test
8008: Fluorometric
8482: Cultivated from Biopsy as Monolayer
88832: Fibroblast Subculture Followed by Cryopreservation
and Storage
Reporting Name A shorter/abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test; an abbreviated test name
Beta-Galactosidase, Fibroblasts
Ordering Mnemonic An alternate Mayo code (to the Unit Code) for a test
BGAT
Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
B-Galactosidase
G[M1] Gangliosidosis
Galactosidase, Beta
Generalized Gangliosidosis, GM[1]
GLB1 Deficiency
GM1 Gangliosidosis
Morquio B
Morquio Disease
Morquio Syndrome
Morquio's B
Morquio's Disease
MPS IV
MPS IVB
Mucopolysaccharidosis IVb
Soft-BGAT
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