FRAT Testing

Following increasing demand and interest we have decided to offer FRAT testing.

Folate Receptor Antibody Testing is looking at a very particular set of antibodies that can develop and that have a detrimental effect in the brain.

In a small population of diagnosed autism patients these antibodies have been noted to cause particular problems. Working to support Folate needs and overcome those effects can lead to a reduction in symptoms – classically people report that non-verbal ASD children can begin to talk after treatment.

There is no cure for Autism but there are ways to manage and help – and as part of the jigsaw of issues I do see this as useful.

To achieve a FRAT test we request the following:

A GP or Specialist referral letter so we have a full history.

We will do a consultation to assess the suitability for testing.

If agreed and appropriate we will then arrange the testing.

The turnaround time is 6-8 weeks – when back we will meet to discuss the results actions and any other recommendations arising.

This may include folinic acid prescription (the usual currently recommended treatment in positive cases) which we can prescribe.

Referral letter required – A referral letter from your GP, General Paediatrician, or specialist is required. This ensures we receive a complete clinical history before proceeding.

Consultation appointment scheduled – Once the referral is received, an initial consultation with Dr Fry will be arranged to assess symptoms, medical history, and suitability for FRAT® testing. This will be charged at our usual hourly rate of £350.00

FRAT^® ordered after consultant review – If clinically appropriate, the consultant will order the FRAT^® test following the appointment. Testing is not performed automatically without this review

Results & Follow-Up – Results are typically available within 8 weeks which we will forward to you. If you wish to move forward with a 30-minute appointment with Dr Fry to review results and treatment options the cost will be £185. If you require over 30 minutes our standard charges apply (£350)

Appointments to see Dr Fry to review and discuss results, consider the wider picture with options and investigate via further interview and appropriate metabolic testing can be offered at the reduced cost of £1250 (usually £1500) This must take place within 3 months of us supplying the results or our standard charges apply.

If the 30-minute option is used you are still welcome to return at some future date to follow the full assessment path but at this point our standard charges apply.

FRAT Test + Admin & Shipping (to be paid in advance of ordering)      £405.00

(please note a centrifuged blood draw will be required – the price of this will vary depending on what local phlebotomist you source but will be in the region of  £100-£150)

For more information about my approach, please see the main pages on this site.