Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
MPZ Gene CMT4E Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED
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 (Available daily from 8 AM to 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
The MPZ Gene CMT4E Genetic Test uses Next‑Generation Sequencing (NGS) to comprehensively analyze the MPZ gene for pathogenic variants linked to Charcot‑Marie‑Tooth disease type 4E, a severe autosomal recessive demyelinating neuropathy.
| Feature | Our Test | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | >99.9% sensitivity & specificity (full‑gene NGS) | ~95% sensitivity (targeted single‑gene sequencing) |
| Method | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) – Illumina platform | Sanger sequencing of selected exons |
| Turnaround | 3 to 4 Weeks | 4 to 6 Weeks |
| Counseling | Pre‑ & post‑test genetic counseling incl. pedigree chart | Often limited or not included |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"Genetic results must be interpreted within the context of comprehensive neurological evaluation and family history. A positive MPZ mutation confirms a CMT4E subtype, but disease severity progression can vary; a negative result does not rule out other genetic neuropathies. I recommend discussing these findings with your managing neurologist to develop a personalized care plan."
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria: Unwillingness to attend pre‑test genetic counselling (mandatory per genetic testing best practice); specimen collected without proper chain‑of‑custody; inability to provide informed consent (minors require legal guardian consent).
- ER Red Flags: Sudden severe muscle weakness or paralysis, difficulty breathing, acute cardiac arrhythmia, sudden vision loss, or rapid sensory loss in multiple limbs – seek emergency care immediately regardless of test results.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the MPZ CMT4E NGS test detect?
This test identifies germline mutations in the MPZ gene causing Charcot‑Marie‑Tooth disease type 4E, an autosomal recessive demyelinating neuropathy with early‑onset severe motor and sensory loss.
2. How long do results take and what sample is needed?
Results are ready in 3–4 weeks after our ISO‑certified lab receives your blood, extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card collected at home via VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection.
3. Will my insurance cover this genetic test?
Most UAE insurers cover medically necessary CMT genetic testing when a neurologist orders it; our team verifies coverage directly via WhatsApp before your draw.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This service complies 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 are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Laboratory licensed under DHA Facility License No. 1143, Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE. ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Test Name | MPZ Gene CMT4E Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2800 |
| Turnaround Time | 3 to 4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral whole blood, extracted DNA, or FTA card (dried blood spot) |
| Methodology Used | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) – Illumina platform |
| ICD-10-CM Code | G60.0 |
| LOINC Code | 81327-2 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA Facility License No. 1143, Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE (DNA Labs UAE) |
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