DNA Narcolepsy Test$195
DNA Narcolepsy Test
$195
Could your extreme sleepiness be due to narcolepsy? See if you carry the genetic variant associated with an increased risk of narcolepsy.
Do you struggle with excessive daytime sleepiness?
Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by extreme daytime sleepiness and uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep. This excessive daytime sleepiness should not be mistaken for the afternoon slump, since neurological defects are responsible for narcolepsy, rather than just sleep deprivation or lack of caffeine!
- Online Results: Receive confidential results through a secure online portal, ensuring your privacy and peace of mind at every step.
- Painless Sampling: Collect your DNA samples with easy-to-use mouth swabs – no blood or needles required.
How It Works
Order
Order your kit online and collect your samples with the supplies inside your kit.
Send
When you're finished collecting your samples, simply mail them to the lab for analysis.
Receive your results
Receive confidential results in your secure online portal within 6-8 weeks after testing begins.
Results
Download your results from your secure online account as soon as they're ready.
What is Narcolepsy?
Family members of an affected individual have a 20X – 40X increased risk of developing narcolepsy, indicating a strong genetic basis for the disorder.
Genetics of narcolepsy
The genetic variant most closely associated with narcolepsy is HLA-DQB1*06:02. Individuals with this variant are at 7X to 25X increased risk, although one recent European study indicates a much higher odds ratio of approximately 250-fold.
Understanding Your Results
There are no painful needles or doctor’s appointments required. We provide simple mouth (buccal) swabs to painlessly collect a few cheek cells. Your DNA is inside every one of these cells, and that is all that is required for the analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get results?
Once your sample is received by our laboratory, processing usually takes 6-8 weeks. You will receive an email notification when your results are ready, and you can access your detailed report through a secure online portal.
Is my genetic information kept private?
We take data privacy seriously. Your results are confidential and only shared with you. We do not share your results with insurance companies, employers, or any other third parties.
Why DNA Tests Direct?
Accredited Excellence
Our laboratory holds globally recognized accreditations including AABB, CAP, CLIA, SCC, and ISO17025, ensuring accurate results for every test.
Your Privacy, Protected
Your privacy is our top priority. Our secure, accredited laboratory and password-protected online portal guarantee that your results are shared only with you.
Expert Support
Our dedicated customer care team is here to support you through the process, answer your questions, and provide any assistance you need.
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