Unit Code 8151:
Arylsulfatase B, Fibroblasts
Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Diagnosis of mucopolysaccharidosis VI (Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome)
Genetics Test Information
Provides information that may help with selection of the correct test or proper submission of the test request
Diagnostic testing for mucopolysaccharidosis VI (Maroteaux-Lamy
syndrome). 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
8151: Colorimetric
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
Arylsulfatase B, Fibroblasts
Ordering Mnemonic
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ARSB
Aliases
Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Arylsulfatase B
Arylsulfatase B Deficiency
Maroteaux Lamy
Maroteaux-Lamy
Maroteaux-Lamy Syndrome
MPS 6
MPS VI
Mucopolysaccharidosis Type VI
Mucopolysaccharidosis VI
N-Acetylgalactsamine-4-Sulfatase Deficiency
Soft-ARSB


