Narcolepsy (HLA-DQB1*06:02) Genotyping
Find out if you are at risk
- Excessive daytime sleepiness can be a sign of narcolepsy
- Narcolepsy affects 1 in 2000 people
- 90 – 99% of patients with narcolepsy test positive for HLA-DQB1*06:02
- Having a family member with narcolepsy increases your risk by 20 to 40x
- Simple mouth swab DNA test with results in 1 – 2 weeks
About Narcolepsy
The gene most commonly associated with narcolepsy is called HLA-DQB1. HLA-DQB1 encodes a component of the human leukocyte antigen complex, which is an important part of the immune system.
About Narcolepsy DNA Testing
The Narcolepsy (HLA-DQB1*06:02) Genotyping Test uses high resolution Sequence Based Typing (SBT) technology to confirm an individual’s HLA-DQB1 genotype.
Getting Started
for Healthcare Providers and Hospitals
Receive more information or to get your clinic set to up offer Narcolepsy DNA testing to your patients.
Narcolepsy FAQs
How will I receive my results? How long will testing take? What are the possible results and what are the interpretations for each result type?