CATSPER2 Gene Deafness and male infertility, CATSPER2 related NGS Genetic Test
Short Name: CATSPER2 Gene Test
CATSPER2 Gene Deafness and male infertility, CATSPER2 related NGS Genetic Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹20,000. Uses NGS Technology on Blood or Extracted DNA or One drop Blood on FTA Card samples. Results in 3 to 4 weeks. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To identify mutations in the CATSPER2 gene that cause deafness and male infertility, enabling diagnosis and genetic counseling.
- Test Code
- 2291
- Price
- ₹20,000
- Sample Type
- Blood or Extracted DNA or One drop Blood on FTA Card
- Result Time
- 3 to 4 weeks
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- NGS Technology
Sample Collection
No special preparation required. Inform the lab about any medications or medical conditions.
Method: Venipuncture or FTA Card
Laboratory Analysis
A blood sample will be drawn from a vein in the arm. For FTA card, a drop of blood is applied.
Report Delivery
Apply pressure to the puncture site to stop bleeding. Keep the area clean.
Timeline: 3 to 4 weeks
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To identify mutations in the CATSPER2 gene that cause deafness and male infertility, enabling diagnosis and genetic counseling.
How to Prepare
- Use sterile equipment
- Label samples correctly
- Transport at ambient temperature
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"This genetic test is essential for identifying mutations in the CATSPER2 gene, which can cause combined deafness and male infertility, aiding in early diagnosis and management."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Insufficient sample volume
- Contaminated sample
- Incorrect labeling
Understanding Your Results
Negative
No pathogenic variant detected. Symptoms may be due to other causes.
Positive
Pathogenic variant detected. Confirm diagnosis and consider genetic counseling.
If you experience symptoms of deafness or male infertility, or if there is a family history of such conditions, consult a geneticist or ENT specialist.
Limitations
- ⚠May not detect all variants in the CATSPER2 gene
- ⚠Results should be interpreted in conjunction with clinical findings
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minimal risk from blood draw: bruising, infection
- ●No significant risks from genetic testing itself
Interfering Factors
- ●Sample contamination
- ●Improper sample storage
- ●DNA degradation
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