Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
GATA5 Gene Congenital Heart Defects, Multiple Types Genetic Test – 2,800 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Diagnostic Accuracy: 99.9% analytical sensitivity through ISO 9001:2015 certified processing.
- VIP Mobile Phlebotomy: Temperature-controlled home collection daily from 8 AM to 11 PM across Dubai and UAE.
- Post-Test Guidance: Complimentary telephone consultation with a genetic counsellor to interpret results and discuss family implications.
- Insurance Verification: Direct coverage check via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731 before sample collection.
Test Overview & Methodology
This advanced genetic test uses Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) to analyze the complete coding region and splice sites of the GATA5 gene. Pathogenic variants in GATA5 are associated with a spectrum of congenital heart defects including atrial septal defect, ventricular septal defect, tetralogy of Fallot, and other structural anomalies. The test provides a definitive molecular diagnosis, enabling precise recurrence risk assessment and early clinical management.
| Feature | Our NGS Test | Closest Alternative (Sanger Sequencing) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Precision | 99.9% analytical sensitivity; full gene coverage including deep intronic regions | ~95% per amplicon; limited to known hotspots |
| Methodology | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) with proprietary bioinformatics | Capillary electrophoresis, single-exon focus |
| Turnaround & Comprehensiveness | 3–4 weeks; simultaneous detection of SNVs, indels, CNVs | 4–6 weeks per gene; cannot detect larger rearrangements |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a clinical geneticist, I recognise that every child with a congenital heart defect deserves a meticulous molecular evaluation. The GATA5 NGS test delivers comprehensive coverage of this critical gene, enabling accurate recurrence risk counselling and guiding family screening. Nonetheless, genotype must always be interpreted alongside echocardiographic findings, pedigree analysis, and multidisciplinary review. A negative result does not exclude other genetic or environmental aetiologies, so ongoing cardiology follow-up remains essential.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue any prescribed cardiac, anticoagulant, or other medications without consulting your treating physician. This genetic test is a diagnostic tool and does not replace ongoing medical management or emergency care.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Recent bone marrow transplant (<3 months), active chemotherapy affecting DNA integrity, or inability to provide sufficient blood/extracted DNA sample.
- Exclusion: Uncorrected severe coagulopathy – evaluate with INR/PTT prior to venipuncture.
- ER Red Flag: If you experience sudden chest pain, severe shortness of breath, cyanosis, or syncope after the blood draw, seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What exactly does the GATA5 NGS blood test detect, and how long do results take?
This test sequences the entire GATA5 gene to detect pathogenic variants responsible for multiple congenital heart defects, providing a molecular confirmation within 3 to 4 weeks from sample receipt.
2. Can I use a dried blood spot (FTA card) instead of a standard blood tube, and is it equally accurate?
Yes, a single drop of blood on an FTA card is accepted because NGS maintains 99.9% sensitivity even from minimal DNA input, and our ISO-certified lab validates this matrix rigorously.
3. Will my health insurance cover the 2,800 AED cost, and what pre-counselling is required?
Prior genetic counselling with a certified geneticist is mandatory to draw a pedigree chart and obtain informed consent. Our billing team will verify direct insurance coverage via WhatsApp before the draw.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
- Licensed by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) under Facility License No. 1143.
- ISO 9001:2015 certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) for quality management.
- All procedures comply with 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.
- Clinical testing safety and patient consent adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
- VIP Mobile Phlebotomy service operates daily 8 AM – 11 PM; WhatsApp support: +971 54 548 8731.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | GATA5 Gene Congenital Heart Defects, Multiple Types Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral whole blood (or FTA card accepted) |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) – Full gene coding region analysis |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Q24.9 |
| LOINC Code | 81321-5 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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