Test ID: CANW
Canavan Disease, Mutation Analysis, ASPA
Secondary ID
A test code used for billing and in test definitions created prior to November 2011
Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Carrier testing for individuals of Ashkenazi Jewish Ancestry
Prenatal diagnosis in at-risk pregnancies
Confirmation of clinical diagnosis in individuals of Ashkenazi Jewish Ancestry
Genetics Test Information
Provides information that may help with selection of the correct test or proper submission of the test request
Mutations tested for include E285A, Y231X (C->A, C->T), 433(-2)A->G, and A305E.
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 | Secondary ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FBC | 80333 | Fibroblast Culture for Genetic Test | Yes | No |
| AFC | 80334 | Amniotic Fluid Culture/Genetic Test | Yes | No |
Testing Algorithm
Delineates situation(s) when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
Note: This testing algorithm only applies to prenatal testing.
If amniotic fluid (non-confluent cultured cells) is received, amniotic fluid culture/genetic test will be added and charged separately. If chorionic villus specimen (non-confluent cultured cells) is received, fibroblast culture for genetic test will be added and charged separately.
Special Instructions and Forms
Describes specimen collection and preparation information, test algorithms, and other information pertinent to test. Also includes pertinent information and consent forms to be used when requesting a particular test
Method Name
A short description of the method used to perform the test
CANW/81780: Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) with Luminex Technology
(PCR is utilized pursuant to a license agreement with Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.)
FBC/80333, AFC/80334: Cell Culture


