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Ashkenazi Jewish Carrier Testing – Screen in New Hampshire

Below is a plain-language overview of the ashkenazi jewish carrier testing – screen. This test screens for carrier status of four genetic conditions common in people of Ashkenazi Jewish heritage.

Typical turnaround1-3 business days
Price range$1198
PreparationFollow the lab's instructions.
Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

It identifies if you carry gene variants for Canavan Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, Familial Dysautonomia, and Tay-Sachs disease. Knowing your carrier status can help in family planning decisions.

What it measures

  • Canavan Disease gene variants — reflects carrier status for a neurological disorder
  • Cystic Fibrosis gene variants — reflects carrier status for a condition affecting lungs and digestion
  • Familial Dysautonomia gene variants — reflects carrier status for a condition affecting the nervous system
  • Tay-Sachs Disease gene variants — reflects carrier status for a rare neurological disorder

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

A clinician may order this test for individuals of Ashkenazi Jewish descent who are planning to have children. It helps assess the risk of passing on certain genetic conditions to offspring.

Preparation

Please follow the specific preparation instructions provided by the laboratory where your sample will be collected. These instructions are important for accurate test results.

How results are reported

Results are typically reported within a few business days. The laboratory will provide specific reference ranges, which may vary between different testing facilities.

Before you go

  • Turnaround time
  • Specific preparation instructions
  • How results are delivered

Cities

Ashkenazi Jewish Carrier Testing – Screen in New Hampshire communities

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