Referred Tests
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Test ID: AGAW
Alpha-Galactosidase, Leukocytes
Useful For 
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Diagnosis of Fabry disease in male patients
Verifying abnormal serum alpha-galactosidase results in male patients with a clinical presentation suggestive of Fabry disease
This test is not useful for patients undergoing a work-up for a meat or meat-derived product allergy.
Genetics Test Information Provides information that may help with selection of the correct genetic test or proper submission of the test request
Fabry disease is caused by deficient activity of the enzyme alpha-galactosidase A and results in damage to multiple organs including the kidney, heart, and brain.
Treatment with enzyme replacement therapy is available for individuals with Fabry disease.
Testing Algorithm Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
The following are available in Special Instructions:
-Fabry Disease: Newborn Screen-Positive Follow-up
-Fabry Disease Diagnostic Testing Algorithm
-Newborn Screening Act Sheet Fabry Disease: Decreased Alpha-Galactosidase A
Special Instructions Library of PDFs including pertinent information and forms related to the test
Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test
Flow Injection Analysis-Tandem Mass Spectrometry
NY State Available Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.
Reporting Name Lists a shorter or abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test
Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Anderson Fabry Disease
Anderson-Fabry Disease
Ceramide Trihexosidase
Fabry Disease
Fabry's Disease
Galactosidase, Alpha
GLA Deficiency