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Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier Screen in Massachusetts

This page explains the fragile x carrier testing – carrier screen, what it measures, and how to order it. Fragile X carrier testing can help identify if you carry a gene mutation associated with Fragile X syndrome.

Typical turnaround1-3 business days
Price range$399
PreparationFollow the lab's instructions.
Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test analyzes your DNA to detect changes in the FMR1 gene, which can cause Fragile X syndrome. Identifying these changes can help assess the risk of passing the condition to your children.

What it measures

  • FMR1 Gene Analysis — detects changes associated with Fragile X syndrome

What the test involves

A sample is collected through a standard blood draw from a vein in your arm. The collected blood is then sent to the laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians may order this test for individuals with a family history of Fragile X syndrome or intellectual disability. It can also be part of broader genetic screening for reproductive planning.

Preparation

Follow the specific preparation instructions provided by the laboratory. These may include guidelines on eating or drinking before your test.

How results are reported

Results are typically reported within a few business days and will indicate whether a change in the FMR1 gene was detected. Reference ranges and specific interpretations can vary between laboratories.

Before you go

  • Specific preparation instructions
  • Estimated turnaround time
  • How results will be delivered

Cities

Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier Screen in Massachusetts communities

Choose your city for local context and to request this test.

Boston4,208,580Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenSpringfield620,494Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenWorcester573,573Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenNew Bedford158,353Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenLeominster118,190Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenCambridge116,892Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenLowell114,804Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenBrockton104,216Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenQuincy100,544Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenLynn100,233Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenFall River93,339Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenNewton88,647Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenLawrence87,798Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenSomerville80,608Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenFramingham72,089Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenHaverhill67,093Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenMalden65,602Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenWaltham64,655Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenRevere60,720Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenMedford60,708Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenTaunton59,076Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenChicopee55,636Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenPeabody54,200Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenMethuen Town52,536Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenEverett48,368Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenAttleboro46,146Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenSalem44,452Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenPittsfield43,890Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenBeverly42,448Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenFitchburg41,796Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenMarlborough41,505Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenWoburn40,967Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenWestfield40,922Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenChelsea40,025Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenHolyoke38,480Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenWatertown Town35,171Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenGloucester29,814Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenMelrose29,567Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenNorthampton29,379Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenGardner21,183Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenNewburyport18,282Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenNorth Adams13,024Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenSouth Yarmouth11,696Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenMiddleborough Center7,790Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenMansfield Center7,689Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenWhitinsville7,329Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenWest Concord7,003Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenCochituate6,966Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenEast Falmouth6,739Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenPinehurst6,653Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenWest Yarmouth6,124Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenYarmouth Port5,872Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenBliss Corner5,529Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenNorth Scituate5,519Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenEast Harwich5,519Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenRaynham Center5,072Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenSmith Mills4,846Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenNorth Westport4,835Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenThe Pinehills4,724Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier ScreenMillis-Clicquot4,653Fragile X Carrier Testing – Carrier Screen