Learning disability and Autism Panel

The Learning disability and Autism Panel analyzes genes that are associated with developmental delay, intellectual disability, and autism spectrum disorder. The genetic heterogeneity associated with these conditions can make it difficult to use phenotype as the sole criterion to select a definitive cause. These genes were curated based on the available evidence to date in order to provide analysis for neurodevelopmental disorders. Given the clinical overlap of these conditions, broad panel testing allows for an efficient evaluation of many potential genes based on a single clinical indication. Some genes in this test may also be associated with additional unrelated disorders, which are not included in the list of disorders tested. Genetic testing of these genes may help confirm a clinical diagnosis, predict disease prognosis and progression, facilitate early detection of symptoms, inform family planning and genetic counseling, or promote enrollment in clinical trials.