About this test
Measures the GAA repeat in the FXN gene. Expansion on both copies causes Friedreich ataxia, the most common inherited ataxia.
- Clinical area
- Reproductive & neurogenetics
- Method
- Repeat analysis
- Sample
- EDTA whole blood · Extracted DNA
- Report languages
- EN · AR · RU
When to order
Progressive gait ataxia in childhood or adolescence, cardiomyopathy, or loss of reflexes.
Results are reported to the ordering physician and should be interpreted in clinical context.
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Contract pricing and turnaround times are provided on request for laboratories and clinics.
Reproductive & neurogenetics