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250 AED✅ Home Collection Available
DNA Extraction from Plasma or Serum in Dubai | 250 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- ✔ Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing
- ✔ Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Daily 8 AM – 11 PM)
- ✔ Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation
- ✔ Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731
Test Overview & Methodology
DNA extraction from plasma or serum is a specialized laboratory procedure that isolates cell-free DNA (cfDNA) from blood derivatives for genetic, forensic, and legal applications. Certified under UAE healthcare regulations, it delivers high-purity nucleic acid for downstream testing such as paternity verification, hereditary cancer screening, or personal wellness insights.
| Feature | Our Test (cfDNA Magnetic Bead Extraction) | Closest Alternative (Whole Blood Genomic DNA Kit) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision / Yield | Ultra‑pure cell‑free DNA with < 1% genomic DNA contamination | Total genomic DNA; cfDNA fraction may be degraded/under‑represented |
| Methodology | Magnetic bead‑based automated extraction (ISO 15189 compliant) | Silica‑membrane spin columns; manual steps increase variability |
| Turnaround Time | 5 Days (standard) | 7–10 Days |
| Price | 250 AED | 350–500 AED |
| Specialist Focus | Laboratory Scientists, Legal Professionals, Private Individuals | General diagnostics; not optimised for cfDNA |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a DHA-licensed Consultant Medical Geneticist, I want patients to understand that DNA extraction from plasma or serum is a highly controlled technical procedure. While it provides a pure cfDNA sample, the clinical significance always depends on the subsequent genetic test requested. Never use this isolated DNA for self‑interpretation without professional genetic counselling.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Medication & Safety Advisory
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication, including anticoagulants or antiplatelets, without consulting your doctor. If your sample is being collected for DNA extraction, inform the phlebotomist of all current medications.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria: Samples with severe hemolysis, gross lipemia, volume less than 2 mL, incorrect anticoagulant (plasma must be EDTA; serum must be collected in a clot activator tube), or those not transported at 2–8 °C within 24 hours will be rejected.
- Emergency Red Flags: If after venipuncture you experience persistent bleeding, large hematoma, dizziness, or signs of infection (redness, warmth, pus), seek immediate medical attention.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is DNA extraction from plasma or serum used for?
It isolates cell-free DNA for use in genetic, forensic, or paternity testing and personal health insights. Under a physician’s guidance, the extracted cfDNA can be applied to non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT), liquid biopsy for cancer markers, legal paternity verification, or personal genomic exploration. In the UAE, it is used in forensic chain-of-custody cases and court-admissible identity testing.
2. How do I prepare for this test and is home collection available?
No special preparation is needed, but please list all medications. Our VIP Mobile Phlebotomy team operates daily from 8 AM to 11 PM, arriving with temperature-controlled cold-chain transport boxes. Avoid vigorous exercise 2 hours before blood draw and stay hydrated. The sample is collected using a sterile closed system, ensuring full compliance with UAE PDPL data protection.
3. Is DNA extraction legal in the UAE and does it require informed consent?
Yes, DNA extraction for medical or legal purposes is fully legal under UAE law. It requires explicit informed consent under Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields. Every individual—or legal guardian for minors—must provide written consent. The laboratory upholds strict data confidentiality, and genetic material is not used for any purpose beyond the specific order without additional authorisation.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE operates in full compliance with UAE federal data protection laws, including Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields. Patient genetic data is encrypted, access-controlled, and processed solely for the ordered test. No data is shared without explicit consent. DHA Facility License 1143 governs all laboratory activities.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | DNA Extraction from Plasma or Serum |
| Price (AED) | 250 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 5 Days (standard) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Plasma or Serum |
| Methodology Used | Magnetic bead-based automated extraction (ISO 15189 compliant) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z13.89 |
| LOINC Code | 66904-4 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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