Test Code: ATXN17

Spinocerebellar Ataxia - Type 17 (TBP)

Neurogenetics
A rare subtype of type I autosomal dominant cerebellar ataxia (ADCA type I). It is characterised by a variable clinical picture which can include dementia, psychiatric disorders, parkinsonism, dystonia, chorea, spasticity, and epilepsy.
Sample Type
3 ml peripheral blood in EDTA (purple/pink top) tube
Turnaround Time
7 - 10 days days
Courier Requirements
Ship overnight at room temperature to receive next day. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Pricing

Genes Analyzed

1 genes
TBP

Methodology

Polymerase Chain Reaction followed by Capillary Electrophoresis.

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