Ashkenazi Jewish Genetic Panel (AJGP) - What Is an Ashkenazi Jewish Genetic Panel (AJGP)?
Ashkenazi Jewish genetic panel (AJGP) is a blood test that checks to see if a person is a carrier of a genetic
disease that occurs more often in people of Eastern European (Ashkenazi) Jewish
heritage. These diseases do not just affect people of Ashkenazi Jewish heritage
but are more common in this group of people. Other racial and ethnic groups
have genetic diseases that are more common in their groups.
AJGP test tells parents if they have an increased chance of having a child with
certain genetic diseases. Anyone who is interested in knowing his or her
carrier status can ask for the test, but a doctor must
order the test. Different labs may have different tests in the panel.
Talk to your doctor about which diseases are important for your family.
Genetic counseling can help you understand the test
and possible results so you can make the best decision for you.