Test Code: SCACMP

Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA) - Comprehensive Panel (SCA-1, SCA-2, SCA-3, SCA-6, SCA-7, SCA-8 and SCA-17)

Neurogenetics
The Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA) Comprehensive Panel tests for repeat expansions in key genes associated with inherited ataxias, including SCA-1, SCA-2, SCA-3, SCA-6, SCA-7, SCA-8, and SCA-17. It is used for diagnostic, predictive, and carrier testing in patients with progressive cerebellar dysfunction. Method used is Capillary Electrophoresis
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

7 genes
ATXN1 ATXN2 ATXN3 ATXN6 ATXN7 PPP2R2B TBP

Methodology

Polymerase Chain Reaction followed by Capillary Electrophoresis

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