Test Price
2,800 AEDโ Home Collection Available
EGFR Gene Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Familial Susceptibility Genetic Test | 2800 AED | DNA Labs UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Clinical & Executive Summary
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited NGS Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
- Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM.
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary telephonic post-test clinical guidance to contextualize variant interpretation with your oncologist.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification through WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This next-generation sequencing (NGS) assay screens the entire coding region of the EGFR gene for germline variants predisposing to non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and related syndromes โ essential for familial risk assessment and early surveillance.
| Feature | Our EGFR NGS Test | Closest Alternative (Single-Gene Sanger) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Precision | 99.9% sensitivity; detects SNVs, indels, CNVs across full coding region | ~95% sensitivity; limited to predefined hotspot mutations |
| Methodology | NGS (Illumina NovaSeq) with proprietary bioinformatics pipeline | Sanger sequencing (low-throughput, manual interpretation) |
| Turnaround Time | 3โ4 Weeks (including pre-test genetic counselling integration) | 6โ8 Weeks |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
โA positive EGFR germline finding is a starting point for a life-saving surveillance plan, not a final diagnosis. I urge every patient to pair this result with dedicated genetic counselling and shared decision-making with a multidisciplinary team. Your familyโs health narrative matters โ we are here to interpret it with precision and empathy.โ
โ Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Medication & Safety Advisory
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication (e.g., tyrosine kinase inhibitors, chemotherapy) without direct consultation with your treating physician. This test addresses inherited susceptibility, not somatic tumour profiling, and must not guide acute therapy changes.
Exclusion Criteria & Urgent Red Flags
- Recent chemotherapy or radiotherapy within 2 weeks of blood draw may invalidate DNA quality โ rescheduling will be advised.
- Known haematological disorders with thrombocytopenia; a FTA card micro-sample may be used as alternative after clinical clearance.
- If you experience sudden onset of haemoptysis, severe dyspnoea, or unexplained weight loss, do not wait for genetic results โ seek immediate emergency care.
- For minors (<18 years), genetic testing requires written legal guardian consent in compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does a positive EGFR familial mutation result mean for my cancer risk?
A positive result indicates a significantly elevated lifetime risk of developing non-small cell lung cancer, but not a certainty. It empowers you and your oncologist to implement earlier and more frequent low-dose CT screening, smoking cessation reinforcement, and possibly chemoprevention trials. Genetic counselling is mandatory to contextualize the variantโs penetrance within your pedigree.
2. How do I prepare for the blood collection โ can I use an FTA card?
No fasting is required; a single blood draw or one drop of blood on an FTA card is acceptable. The FTA card offers a convenient, room-temperature stable option ideal for home collection. Please inform the phlebotomist of any anticoagulant therapy to adjust the sample type.
3. Is this test approved for UAE residents and what data privacy protections apply?
Yes, the test is fully licensed by DHA (Facility License 1143) and adheres to UAE PDPL. Genomic data is encrypted end-to-end, stored exclusively on UAE sovereign servers, and is never shared with third parties without explicit consent. You retain full rights to data deletion upon request.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE strictly adheres to the 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. These regulations ensure that your genomic and personal health data are processed lawfully, stored securely on UAE sovereign servers, and protected against unauthorized access. You retain full control over your data, including the rights to access, rectify, and request deletion, in line with internationally recognized data privacy standards.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | EGFR Gene Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Familial Susceptibility Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3-4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (Peripheral) or FTA Card Dried Blood Spot |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) โ Illumina NovaSeq |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z15.01, C34.90, Z84.81 |
| LOINC Code | 21696-5 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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