Ordered by a health care provider
ClearStrand-ASD is not a standalone diagnostic test. Health care providers should consider the test result in the context of other factors relevant to their clinical decision-making.
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ClearStrand-ASD
One simple test. One objective result. See how a strand of hair can help your child's health care provider plan the next steps for your child earlier than ever before.
What is ClearStrand-ASD
ClearStrand-ASD is a non-invasive test that detects a biomarker associated with autism using a strand of hair. It is the first and only objective laboratory test for autism proven to be valid for children who are 1 month up to 36 months of age.
Informing autism assessment and referral
When the ClearStrand-ASD result is negative, the biomarker is not detected, and the child is unlikely to be on the autism spectrum. When the ClearStrand-ASD result is non-negative and autism cannot be ruled out, your child’s health care provider may refer your child to an autism specialist for further evaluation.
Now available in 44 states for $3,250 $2,750
Clearstrand-ASD is available for patients in all states except for those in CA, HI, MD, NY, PA, RI, and DC.
The price includes the ordering of ClearStrand-ASD through a telehealth provider, kit shipment, testing of the sample at our CLIA-certified lab, and a post-test virtual visit to review the results.
To be notified when it is available in your state, fill out our contact form.
A virtual assessment for autism is available from our independent partner providers at no additional cost. Learn more.
ClearStrand-ASD testing has the potential to help caregivers plan the next steps for their child earlier than ever before.
How does ClearStrand-ASD work?
ClearStrand-ASD is a first-of-its-kind test. It detects a biomarker associated with autism using a strand of hair.
The patterns of an individual's biological response to certain elements can be measured in their hair and are different in autistic and non-autistic people. This is referred to as the "biomarker."
ClearStrand-ASD analyzes hundreds of time points along a strand of hair and uses a validated algorithm to assess the likelihood of autism from the patterns. It is not a genetic test.
To learn more about how the test works, visit linusbio.com.
Origin of autism
Prenatal metabolism, the chemical reactions taking place inside fetal cells, is known to play a key role in the origin of autism.
Dynamic patterns in metabolism
The dynamic patterns in metabolism of metals and other elements are different in autistic people compared with non-autistic people.
Biomarker for autism
ClearStrand-ASD looks for this specific biomarker of autism in a strand of hair.
Understanding the results
ClearStrand-ASD has 2 possible results: negative or non-negative
Test results will be provided to the ordering health care provider within 3 weeks after a child's hair sample arrives at the lab.
In some cases, the lab won’t be able to proceed with the hair analysis due to the quality of the hair sample and the result will not be reportable. If this happens, a new collection kit may be sent to your home for you to collect a new hair sample from your child.
Negative: Biomarker not detected
If the biomarker is not detected, there is a 92.5% probability that the child will not receive a diagnosis of autism if they are evaluated by a specialist.
Non-negative: Biomarker detected
If the biomarker is detected, autism cannot be ruled out. Your child may need further autism diagnostic evaluation.
ClearStrand-ASD results contribute valuable information to support health care providers in delivering children and their caregivers the help they need.
- A When health care providers can rule out autism, the focus can shift to other aspects of the child's health and development.
- B When health care providers cannot rule out autism, they can alert caregivers to seek an autism diagnostic evaluation for the child.
ClearStrand-ASD testing has the potential to help caregivers plan the next steps for their child earlier than ever before.
Give your child the advantage of objective insights
Take a proactive step in supporting your child’s development and well-being with ClearStrand-ASD.
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Important information
ClearStrand-ASD is a biochemical test intended to help health care providers rule out autism spectrum disorder (ASD) when it is a concern in children aged 1 month up to 36 months of age. It detects a biomarker associated with autism using a strand of hair. ClearStrand-ASD must be ordered by a licensed health care provider. Rx only. ClearStrand-ASD results can be negative or non-negative.
A child with a negative result is unlikely to be on the autism spectrum. A child with a non-negative result may need further autism diagnostic evaluation. ClearStrand-ASD is not a standalone diagnostic test. Health care providers should consider the test result in the context of other factors relevant to their clinical decision making. ClearStrand-ASD analyzes a strand of hair to map the dynamic patterns of an individual's unique biological response to environmental exposures over time at a molecular level and uses an algorithm to assess the likelihood of autism from the patterns. It is not a genetic test.
The test is performed by the LinusBio CLIA-certified laboratory (CLIA #31d2307499) and has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).