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Canavan Disease Carrier Test – Ashkenazi in Utah

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

Cities

Canavan Disease Carrier Test – Ashkenazi in Utah communities

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Salt Lake City1,135,344Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziOgden608,259Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziProvo551,645Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWest Valley City139,361Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSt. George127,890Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWest Jordan116,045Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLogan106,319Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziOrem96,734Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSandy96,272Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLayton80,858Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSouth Jordan75,617Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLehi73,911Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMillcreek63,430Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziTaylorsville60,295Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHerriman52,860Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMurray50,183Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziDraper49,978Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziBountiful45,496Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRiverton44,773Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziEagle Mountain42,905Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSpanish Fork41,953Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRoy39,076Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziPleasant Grove37,228Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSaratoga Springs36,977Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziKearns36,842Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMidvale35,313Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziTooele35,223Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSpringville34,750Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziCedar City34,246Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziCottonwood Heights33,597Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziAmerican Fork32,822Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziKaysville32,438Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziClearfield31,802Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHolladay31,738Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSyracuse31,715Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMagna29,128Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWashington27,689Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSouth Salt Lake26,086Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziFarmington23,990Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziClinton23,192Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziNorth Salt Lake21,411Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziPayson21,093Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziNorth Ogden20,703Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHurricane19,501Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziBrigham City19,373Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHighland18,913Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSouth Ogden17,363Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWest Haven16,918Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziCenterville16,711Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziBluffdale16,576Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHeber16,416Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSantaquin13,602Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSmithfield13,263Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziGrantsville12,331Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziVineyard11,579Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWoods Cross11,372Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLindon11,346Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMapleton11,226Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziWest Point10,963Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziPleasant View10,733Canavan Disease Carrier Test – Ashkenazi