3-M Syndrome via the CCDC8 Gene
Summary and Pricing 
Test Method
Exome Sequencing with CNV DetectionTest Code | Test Copy Genes | Test CPT Code | Gene CPT Codes Copy CPT Code | Base Price | |
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8823 | CCDC8 | 81479 | 81479 | $890 | Order Options and Pricing |
Pricing Comments
Our favored testing approach is exome based NextGen sequencing with CNV analysis. This will allow cost effective reflexing to PGxome or other exome based tests. However, if full gene Sanger sequencing is desired for STAT turnaround time, insurance, or other reasons, please see link below for Test Code, pricing, and turnaround time information.
A 25% additional charge will be applied to STAT orders. View STAT turnaround times here.
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The Sanger Sequencing method for this test is NY State approved.
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Turnaround Time
18 days on average
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Clinical Features and Genetics 
Clinical Features
3-M syndrome is an intrauterine growth retardation disorder characterized by pre and postnatal growth retardation, a large head circumference, and a characteristic facial appearance including a prominent forehead, pointed triangular shaped face, a short upturned nose with anteverted nares, prominent mouth and lips and full eyebrows (van der Wal et al. 2001; Marik et al. 2002; Huber et al. 2005). Additional findings include a short broad neck, prominent trapezii, deformed sternum, short thorax, square shoulders, winged scapulae, hyperlordosis, short fifth fingers, slender long bones with diaphyseal constriction, tall vertebral bodies, delayed bone age and prominent heels (van der Wal et al. 2001; Huber et al. 2005; Huber et al. 2009). 3-M syndrome is currently known to be caused by pathogenic variants in the CUL7, OBSL1 and CCDC8 genes. CUL7 and OBSL1 are responsible for 77.5% and 16.3% of 3-M syndrome cases, respectively (AL-Dosari et al. 2012), while CCDC8 pathogenic variants were reported in only a few 3-M syndrome families (AL-Dosari et al. 2012; Hanson et al. 2011).
Genetics
3-M syndrome is an autosomal recessive disorder caused by pathogenic variants in the CUL7, OBSL1 and CCDC8 genes (Al-Dosari et al. 2012). The CCDC8 gene encodes the coiled-coil domain-containing protein, which partners with CUL7 and OBSL1 to form a 3-M complex to maintain microtubule and genome integrity (Yan et al. 2014). Only three unique CCDC8 pathogenic variants have been reported, and all three variants lead to premature protein termination c.84dupT (p.Lys29*); c.612dupG (p.Lys205Glufs*59) and c.803_807delAGATCinsT (p.Lys268Ilefs*40). The c.612dupG (p.Lys205Glufs*59) variant was found in four consanguineous South Asian 3-M families (Hanson et al. 2011).
Testing Strategy
This test provides full coverage of all coding exons of the CCDC8 gene plus 10 bases of flanking noncoding DNA in all available transcripts along with other non-coding regions in which pathogenic variants have been identified at PreventionGenetics or reported elsewhere. We define full coverage as >20X NGS reads or Sanger sequencing.
Since this test is performed using exome capture probes, a reflex to any of our exome based tests is available (PGxome, PGxome Custom Panels).
Clinical Sensitivity - Sequencing with CNV PGxome
Due to limited publications, clinical sensitivity is difficult to predict. The mutation detection rate by sequencing should be high because the three known unique pathogenic variants are missense, nonsense and a small deletion.
Indications for Test
Candidates for this test are patients with symptoms consistent with 3-M syndrome, who do not have the CUL7 and OBSL1 pathogenic variants, and the family members of patients who have known CCDC8 mutations. This test may also be considered for the reproductive partners of individuals who carry pathogenic variants in CCDC8.
Candidates for this test are patients with symptoms consistent with 3-M syndrome, who do not have the CUL7 and OBSL1 pathogenic variants, and the family members of patients who have known CCDC8 mutations. This test may also be considered for the reproductive partners of individuals who carry pathogenic variants in CCDC8.
Gene
Official Gene Symbol | OMIM ID |
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CCDC8 | 614145 |
Inheritance | Abbreviation |
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Autosomal Dominant | AD |
Autosomal Recessive | AR |
X-Linked | XL |
Mitochondrial | MT |
Disease
Name | Inheritance | OMIM ID |
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3-M Syndrome | AR | 614205 |
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Citations 
- Al-Dosari M.S. et al. 2012. The Journal of Pediatrics. 161: 139-45. PubMed ID: 22325252
- Hanson D. et al. 2011. American Journal of Human Genetics. 89: 148-53. PubMed ID: 21737058
- Huber C. et al. 2005. Nature Genetics. 37: 1119-24. PubMed ID: 16142236
- Huber C. et al. 2009. European Journal of Human Genetics : Ejhg. 17: 395-400. PubMed ID: 19225462
- Marik I. et al. 2002. Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health. 38: 419-22. PubMed ID: 12174011
- Van der Wal G. et al. 2001. Clinical Dysmorphology. 10: 241–52. PubMed ID: 11665997
- Yan J. et al. 2014. Molecular Cell. 54: 791-804. PubMed ID: 24793695
Ordering/Specimens 
Ordering Options
We offer several options when ordering sequencing tests. For more information on these options, see our Ordering Instructions page. To view available options, click on the Order Options button within the test description.
myPrevent - Online Ordering
- The test can be added to your online orders in the Summary and Pricing section.
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Requisition Form
- A completed requisition form must accompany all specimens.
- Billing information along with specimen and shipping instructions are within the requisition form.
- All testing must be ordered by a qualified healthcare provider.
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Specimen Types
Specimen Requirements and Shipping Details

ORDER OPTIONS
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