Neurology Test Details
The Parkinson-Alzheimer-Dementia Panel examines 35 genes associated with an increased risk of developing neurodegenerative conditions: Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and genetic disorders that cause dementia.
Patients identified with a pathogenic or likely pathogenic variant in a gene on this panel have an increased risk of developing the associated neurodegenerative disease. Identification of a pathologic variant may aid in the planning and decision-making process for treatment, psychosocial counseling for the patient and caregivers, or even consideration of research enrollment. Your patient’s family members can also be tested to help define their risk.
Preferred Specimen
Buccal Swab
Turn-around Time
Approximately 14 – 21 Days
Requisition Forms
Doctor & Patient
Use this form if you have both the Provider and Patient information.
Doctor Only
Use this form if you don’t have or cannot provide the Patient’s contact information.
Record Release Form
Consent to the release of records.
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Gene Selection
| APOE | APP | ATP13A2 | ATP1A3 | C9ORF72 | CSF1R | DCTN1 | DNMT1 |
| EIF4G1 | FBXO7 | GBA | GCH1 | GRN | HTRA2 | LRRK2 | MAPT |
| NOTCH3 | PARK7 | PINK1 | PLA2G6 | POLG | PRKN | PRKRA | PRNP |
| PSEN1 | PSEN2 | SLC6A3 | SNCA | SNCB | TAF1 | TH | TREM2 |
| TYROBP | UCHL1 | VPS35 |
Disorders Tested
- Parkinson’s
- Alzheimer’s
- Dementia
Genetic testing may identify individuals at increased risk and aid in treatment planning as well as psychosocial counseling for caregivers and patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost?
Blue Ridge Laboratories accepts all major insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid. We believe that healthcare should be accessible to all patients. We have created special access programs to cover unforeseen co-payments and uninsured patients. Please contact us for any billing questions.
How do you bill insurance?
Blue Ridge Laboratories will collect the patient’s insurance information and submit for the patient.
Who has to order the testing?
The order (requisition) forms will be completed by the referring physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner.
Where can I get the testing?
Patents can request test kits online by clicking the link to GET MY TEST or request from their medical provider.
How long does it take to get results?
Result times vary but for the majority of the testing we offer, turnaround times are between 14 and 21 days.
Who will talk with me about the test results?
Blue Ridge Laboratories has genetic counselors available to help interpret results and answer questions for patients or providers.
Can my family be tested?
If you have a hereditary disorder with an identified genetic variant, your family can obtain genetic testing through their physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner.
Can I get more than one test?
Yes, we have plenty of patients who meet medical necessity requirements for multiple panels. However, each test requires an individual buccal (cheek) swab and requisition form signed by the patient and the provider.