Ataxia Panel NGS Genetic Test
Short Name: Ataxia NGS Panel
Also known as: Ataxia NGS Panel, Hereditary Ataxia Genetic Test, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Genetic Panel
Ataxia Panel NGS Genetic Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹20,000. Uses Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) on Blood, Extracted DNA, or FTA Card Blood Spot samples. Results in Reports are typically delivered within 3 to 4 weeks after the sample reaches the laboratory.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr SULOCHANA HEMCHANDRA HOLLA
Consultant Medical Geneticist · Reg: 8532
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The purpose of the Ataxia Panel NGS Genetic Test is to detect pathogenic genetic variants and repeat expansions associated with inherited ataxia syndromes. It helps establish a molecular diagnosis in patients with progressive cerebellar ataxia and provides critical information for prognosis, treatment planning, and reproductive risk counseling.
- Test Code
- 3844
- ICD Code
- G11
- Price
- ₹20,000
- Sample Type
- Blood, Extracted DNA, or FTA Card Blood Spot
- Result Time
- Reports are typically delivered within 3 to 4 weeks after the sample reaches the laboratory.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Sample Collection
No fasting is required. The patient or referring physician must provide complete clinical history, and a genetic counseling session is recommended before sample collection.
Method: Blood draw or FTA card spot
Laboratory Analysis
A peripheral blood sample will be drawn into an EDTA vacutainer, or a blood spot will be placed on an FTA card. For extracted DNA samples, appropriate DNA material should be provided.
Report Delivery
No specific aftercare is required. The sample will be transported to the laboratory for DNA extraction, NGS sequencing, and bioinformatic analysis.
Timeline: Reports are typically delivered within 3 to 4 weeks after the sample reaches the laboratory.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The purpose of the Ataxia Panel NGS Genetic Test is to detect pathogenic genetic variants and repeat expansions associated with inherited ataxia syndromes. It helps establish a molecular diagnosis in patients with progressive cerebellar ataxia and provides critical information for prognosis, treatment planning, and reproductive risk counseling.
How to Prepare
- Verify patient identity and date of birth before collection
- Label the sample tube or FTA card with patient name and unique identifier
- Complete the requisition form including clinical history and affected family member details
- Obtain written informed consent for genetic testing
- Provide the pedigree chart from the genetic counseling session
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SULOCHANA HEMCHANDRA HOLLA — MBBS, MD (Medical Genetics) · Reg. No. 8532
"Genetic testing for ataxia should always be accompanied by professional genetic counseling and a thorough neurological evaluation to ensure accurate interpretation of results."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Incompletely labelled or unlabelled sample
- Clotted blood sample
- Sample received after prolonged transit or beyond stability period
- Inadequate sample volume or low DNA concentration
- Sample without signed consent or clinical documentation
Understanding Your Results
A pathogenic variant in a gene associated with ataxia confirms the genetic diagnosis and helps guide clinical management and family counseling.
A likely pathogenic variant is highly suggestive of the disease; additional familial segregation studies may be recommended.
A VUS cannot be used for clinical decisions; further testing of family members and functional studies may clarify its role.
No pathogenic variants were identified in the tested genes. This does not rule out hereditary ataxia, and other genetic or non-genetic causes should be explored.
If you or a loved one experiences unsteady gait, clumsiness, tremor, slurred speech, or difficulty swallowing, or if there is a family history of ataxia, consult a neurologist or clinical geneticist for evaluation and possible genetic testing.
Limitations
- ⚠The panel covers a selected set of known ataxia genes; gene regions not included will not be analyzed.
- ⚠A negative result does not exclude all hereditary ataxias, especially due to novel or rare genes.
- ⚠Variants of uncertain significance (VUS) may be reported and require further family studies.
- ⚠This test is not intended for prenatal diagnosis or preimplantation genetic testing unless specifically requested.
Risks & Considerations
- ●No significant physical risks from the blood draw
- ●Psychological impact of receiving genetic results
- ●Potential to identify variants of uncertain significance or secondary findings
- ●Risk of genetic discrimination if confidentiality is not maintained
Interfering Factors
- ●Recent blood transfusion affecting DNA analysis
- ●Bone marrow transplantation leading to mixed DNA profiles
- ●Active haematological malignancy with abnormal white blood cell count
- ●Insufficient sample quantity or poor sample quality
Compare With Similar Tests
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