Test ID: GALCS
Krabbe Disease, Full Gene Analysis and Large (30 kb) Deletion, PCR
NY State Approved
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Conditional
Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Second-tier test for confirming a diagnosis of Krabbe disease
Carrier testing for individuals with a family history of Krabbe disease in the absence of known mutations in the family
Genetics Test Information
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Testing includes full gene sequencing of the GALC gene.
Reflex Tests
Lists test(s) that may or may not be performed, at an additional charge, depending on the result and interpretation of the initial test(s)
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| FBC | Fibroblast Culture for Genetic Test | Yes | No |
Testing Algorithm
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If skin biopsy is received, fibroblast culture for genetic test will be added and charged separately.
Special Instructions and Forms
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Method Name
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Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Followed by DNA Sequence Analysis
(PCR is utilized pursuant to a license agreement with Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.)
Reporting Name
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Krabbe Disease, Full Gene Analysis
Aliases
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B-Galactosidase Galactosylceramide, Leukocytes
Beta-Galactosidase Galactosylceramide, Leukocytes
Cerebroside B-Galactosidase, WBC
Cerebroside Beta-Galactosidase(WBC)
Galactocerebrosidase
Galactocerebrosidase Deficiency
Galactosylceramidase Deficiency
Galactosylceramide
GALC Deficiency
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Krabbe Disease
Krabbe's Disease
Beta-Galactosidase Galactosylceramide, Leukocytes
Cerebroside B-Galactosidase, WBC
Cerebroside Beta-Galactosidase(WBC)
Galactocerebrosidase
Galactocerebrosidase Deficiency
Galactosylceramidase Deficiency
Galactosylceramide
GALC Deficiency
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Krabbe Disease
Krabbe's Disease


