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Canavan Disease Carrier Test – Ashkenazi in North Carolina

Below is a plain-language overview of the canavan disease carrier test – ashkenazi. The Canavan Disease Carrier Test helps identify carriers of genetic mutations linked to Canavan disease, primarily in individuals of Ashkenazi descent.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test is a genetic screening tool used to detect specific mutations associated with Canavan disease. It helps identify carriers who may pass the condition to their children. The test focuses on four known mutations linked to the disease.

What it measures

  • E285A — reflects a mutation associated with Canavan disease
  • Y231X — reflects a mutation associated with Canavan disease
  • 433-2A>G — reflects a mutation associated with Canavan disease
  • A305E — reflects a mutation associated with Canavan disease

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw, where a sample is collected from a vein in your arm. This sample is then analyzed for specific genetic mutations.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians typically order this test for individuals with Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry to assess their carrier status for Canavan disease. It may also be ordered if there is a family history of the condition.

Preparation

Preparation instructions are provided by the lab conducting the test. Always follow the specific guidelines given by the collection lab.

How results are reported

Results indicate whether a person is a carrier of the mutations tested. Reference ranges and interpretation of results vary by laboratory.

Before you go

  • Sample collection requirements
  • Turnaround time for results
  • Specific preparation instructions

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Canavan Disease Carrier Test – Ashkenazi in North Carolina communities

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Charlotte1,516,107Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRaleigh1,062,018Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWinston-Salem420,400Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziDurham399,762Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziGreensboro345,270Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziFayetteville328,827Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziAsheville316,694Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziConcord264,492Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWilmington247,372Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHickory211,042Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziGastonia194,190Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHigh Point178,800Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziCary171,603Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziBurlington137,096Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziGreenville122,921Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziJacksonville108,549Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRocky Mount61,952Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziChapel Hill60,920Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHuntersville60,166Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziApex58,066Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziKannapolis52,173Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMooresville48,431Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWilson47,914Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWake Forest46,387Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHolly Springs40,198Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziIndian Trail39,603Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSalisbury35,258Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMonroe34,464Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziGoldsboro33,214Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziFuquay-Varina33,135Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziNew Bern31,058Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziCornelius30,925Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziGarner30,859Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSanford30,024Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMatthews29,417Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMorrisville28,824Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziStatesville27,777Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziThomasville26,941Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziAsheboro26,729Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziKernersville26,376Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMint Hill26,236Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziClayton25,486Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLeland22,794Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziShelby21,564Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziCarrboro21,237Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziClemmons21,032Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziKinston19,888Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWaxhaw19,645Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLexington19,347Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLumberton19,186Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziKnightdale18,614Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziElizabeth City18,466Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHarrisburg18,415Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLenoir18,205Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziBoone18,055Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHavelock17,570Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHope Mills17,421Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMorganton17,389Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMount Holly17,315Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziPinehurst17,250Canavan Disease Carrier Test – Ashkenazi