Test ID: BGAT
Beta-Galactosidase, Fibroblasts
Secondary ID
A test code used for billing and in test definitions created prior to November 2011
8008
NY State Approved
Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.
Yes
Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Diagnosis of GM1 gangliosidosis, Morquio syndrome B, and galactosialidosis
Genetics Test Information
Provides information that may help with selection of the correct test or proper submission of the test request
Not recommended for carrier detection.
Additional Tests
Lists test(s) that are always performed, at an additional charge, with the initial test(s)
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIBR | Fibroblast Culture | Yes | Yes |
| CRYOB | 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
BGAT/8008: Fluorometric Enzyme Assay
FIBR/8482: Cultivated from Biopsy as Monolayer
CRYOB/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
Aliases
Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
B-Galactosidase
Cathepsin A Deficiency
G[M1] Gangliosidosis
Galactosialidosis
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
PPCA (Protective Protein/Cathepsin A) Deficiency
Protective Protein Deficiency
Protective Protein/Cathepsin A (PPCA) Deficiency
Cathepsin A Deficiency
G[M1] Gangliosidosis
Galactosialidosis
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
PPCA (Protective Protein/Cathepsin A) Deficiency
Protective Protein Deficiency
Protective Protein/Cathepsin A (PPCA) Deficiency


