B4GALT1 Gene Glycosylation Disorder Type 2D Genetic Test
Components
Price: 4400.0 AED
Sample Condition
Blood or Extracted DNA or One drop Blood on FTA Card
Report Delivery
3 to 4 Weeks
Method
NGS Technology
Test Type
Neurological Disorders
Doctor
Neurologist
Test Department
Genetics
Pre Test Information
Clinical History of Patient who is going for B4GALT1 Gene Glycosylation Disorder Type 2D NGS Genetic DNA Test
A Genetic Counselling session to draw a pedigree chart of family members affected with B4GALT1 Gene Glycosylation Disorder Type 2D
Test Details
The B4GALT1 gene is responsible for producing an enzyme called beta-1,4-galactosyltransferase 1, which is involved in the process of glycosylation. Glycosylation is the addition of sugar molecules to proteins and lipids, which is essential for proper functioning of many biological processes.
Glycosylation Disorder Type 2D is a rare genetic disorder that is caused by mutations in the B4GALT1 gene. This disorder affects the glycosylation process, leading to a range of symptoms including developmental delay, intellectual disability, seizures, and abnormalities in the structure and function of various organs and tissues.
NGS genetic testing is a method of analyzing DNA sequences to identify mutations in specific genes, including B4GALT1. This type of testing can be used to diagnose glycosylation disorder type 2D and other genetic disorders, as well as to identify carriers of these mutations.
If a mutation is identified in the B4GALT1 gene, genetic counseling may be recommended to discuss the implications of the diagnosis and potential treatment options. Treatment for glycosylation disorder type 2D may include management of symptoms and supportive care, as there is currently no cure for this disorder.
Test Name | B4GALT1 Gene Glycosylation disorder type 2D Genetic Test |
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Components | |
Price | 4400.0 AED |
Sample Condition | Blood or Extracted DNA or One drop Blood on FTA Card o |
Report Delivery | 3 to 4 Weeks |
Method | NGS Technology |
Test type | Neurological Disorders |
Doctor | Neurologist |
Test Department: | Genetics |
Pre Test Information | Clinical History of Patient who is going for B4GALT1 Gene Glycosylation disorder type 2D NGS Genetic DNA Test A Genetic Counselling session to draw a pedigree chart of family members affected with B4GALT1 Gene Glycosylation disorder type 2D |
Test Details |
The B4GALT1 gene is responsible for producing an enzyme called beta-1,4-galactosyltransferase 1, which is involved in the process of glycosylation. Glycosylation is the addition of sugar molecules to proteins and lipids, which is essential for proper functioning of many biological processes. Glycosylation disorder type 2D is a rare genetic disorder that is caused by mutations in the B4GALT1 gene. This disorder affects the glycosylation process, leading to a range of symptoms including developmental delay, intellectual disability, seizures, and abnormalities in the structure and function of various organs and tissues. NGS genetic testing is a method of analyzing DNA sequences to identify mutations in specific genes, including B4GALT1. This type of testing can be used to diagnose glycosylation disorder type 2D and other genetic disorders, as well as to identify carriers of these mutations. If a mutation is identified in the B4GALT1 gene, genetic counseling may be recommended to discuss the implications of the diagnosis and potential treatment options. Treatment for glycosylation disorder type 2D may include management of symptoms and supportive care, as there is currently no cure for this disorder. |