FISH: Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency

Test Information

Title
FISH: Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency
Lab
Category
Chromosomal Anomalies
Test Name (CMS Title)
FISH: Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency
Gene/Platform/Region List
STS, Xp11.31
Test type
Cytogenetic
Samples Accepted
Blood
Indications
Diagnosis, Carrier Cascade Testing
Test Methodology
FISH
Methodology Notes
Metaphase FISH
Disease/Condition
Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency (X-Linked Ichthyosis, Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency (SSD), Steroid sulfatase deficiency disease (SSDD), Placental steroid sulfatase deficiency)

Last Updated: November 14, 2025

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