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Canavan Disease Carrier Test – Ashkenazi in California

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 California communities

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Los Angeles12,121,244Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSan Francisco3,290,197Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSan Diego3,084,174Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRiverside2,022,285Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSacramento1,924,167Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSan Jose1,729,879Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziFresno719,558Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziConcord640,270Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziBakersfield590,845Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMission Viejo588,540Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMurrieta509,526Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLong Beach466,565Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziOakland437,548Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziStockton406,822Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziVictorville389,060Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziModesto382,994Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziLancaster381,732Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziOxnard366,330Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziIndio361,831Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziAnaheim348,204Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziAntioch322,796Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSanta Rosa314,196Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSanta Ana313,818Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziIrvine297,868Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSanta Clarita275,230Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziChula Vista274,818Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziVisalia249,804Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziFremont231,502Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSan Bernardino220,821Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziThousand Oaks211,045Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMoreno Valley208,371Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziFontana208,087Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSalinas199,290Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHuntington Beach198,735Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSanta Barbara198,240Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziGlendale196,512Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHemet191,170Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziVallejo181,882Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziElk Grove175,510Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziOntario175,223Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziOceanside174,461Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRancho Cucamonga173,946Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziGarden Grove172,708Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziPalmdale167,987Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSanta Cruz165,933Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziHayward162,254Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziCorona157,844Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziMerced157,617Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSunnyvale155,550Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziPomona151,592Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziEscondido151,443Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziTorrance147,156Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziRoseville145,687Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziFairfield145,163Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziFullerton142,964Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSanta Maria142,230Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziOrange139,195Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziPasadena138,771Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziYuba City129,536Canavan Disease Carrier Test – AshkenaziSanta Clara127,922Canavan Disease Carrier Test – Ashkenazi