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Canavan Disease Carrier Test – Ashkenazi in New Mexico

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 New Mexico communities

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Albuquerque765,693Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLas Cruces141,399Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRio Rancho102,403Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSanta Fe99,439Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRoswell48,347Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziFarmington46,696Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHobbs39,476Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziClovis38,505Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSouth Valley36,583Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziCarlsbad31,525Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziAlamogordo31,201Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziGallup21,901Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLos Lunas17,072Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSunland Park16,488Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziDeming14,730Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziChaparral14,098Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLos Alamos13,270Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLas Vegas13,247Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziArtesia12,637Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziNorth Valley12,594Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziPortales12,151Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLovington11,505Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziEspañola10,492Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSilver City9,694Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziGrants9,208Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziBernalillo9,049Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziAnthony8,748Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSocorro8,553Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziCorrales8,488Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziShiprock8,452Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRuidoso7,636Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziBloomfield7,514Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziBelen7,374Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziZuni Pueblo7,012Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziTaos6,524Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziAztec6,283Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziNorth Hobbs6,148Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziEdgewood6,106Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRaton6,082Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziTruth or Consequences6,078Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSanta Teresa6,037Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLos Ranchos de Albuquerque5,904Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWhite Rock5,716Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziEldorado at Santa Fe5,419Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziTucumcari5,221Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziEl Cerro Mission5,103Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziCrouch Mesa4,997Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLos Chaves4,938Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRio Communities4,904Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLee Acres4,851Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziParadise Hills4,442Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMeadow Lake4,248Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziKirtland AFB4,142Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHolloman AFB4,128Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLa Cienega4,110Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziBosque Farms4,010Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziPlacitas3,863Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziPeralta3,392Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziChimayo3,208Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziVado3,199Canavan Disease Carrier Test – Ashkenazi