Test Price
750 AED✅ Home Collection Available
FISH Analysis for X and Y Chromosomes | 750 AED | Certified Diagnostic Screening
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing.
- Premium Logistics: Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
FISH (Fluorescence In-Situ Hybridization) for X and Y chromosomes is a molecular cytogenetic technique that uses fluorescent DNA probes (DXZ1, DYZ3) to rapidly detect sex chromosome aneuploidies such as Turner syndrome (45,X) and Klinefelter syndrome (47,XXY), and to determine fetal sex from amniotic fluid, blood, or semen. The assay delivers results within one week, providing clinicians with actionable genetic information for prenatal counseling, infertility evaluation, and diagnostic confirmation.
| Feature | Our Test (FISH for X & Y) | Alternative (Conventional Karyotyping) |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Targeted fluorescent probes (DXZ1, DYZ3) | Full chromosome banding & microscopy |
| TAT | 1 week | 2–3 weeks |
| Resolution | Aneuploidy detection >3 Mb (sex chromosomes) | Whole genome >5–10 Mb |
| Sample | Amniotic fluid, blood, semen | Amniotic fluid, blood, tissue |
| Clinical Focus | Rapid sex determination & aneuploidy screening | Broad structural & numerical anomalies |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh | Consultant Medical Genetics | DHA Registration ID: 9294403: “FISH analysis for X and Y chromosomes provides rapid, targeted genetic information that is essential for informed clinical decision-making. I advise all patients to review their results in the context of a complete medical and family history to ensure accurate interpretation and appropriate follow-up.”
Advisory Precautions
Medication Advisory
Always consult your physician before making any changes to prescribed medications. Certain drugs may influence genetic test outcomes or interact with the clinical picture; only your doctor can determine if adjustments are necessary prior to sampling.
Exclusion Criteria & Red Flags
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Active bleeding disorders (e.g., haemophilia) or current anticoagulant therapy increase the risk of haematoma.
- Exclusion: Local infection at the intended puncture site requires postponement of collection.
- Red Flag: Severe pain, expanding haematoma, or signs of infection (redness, fever) after sample collection – seek immediate medical attention.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is FISH analysis for X and Y chromosomes?
Answer: FISH is a molecular cytogenetic technique that employs fluorescent probes to detect and localize specific DNA sequences on X and Y chromosomes, enabling rapid sex determination and aneuploidy screening from amniotic fluid, blood, or semen.
2. Why is this test recommended during pregnancy?
Answer: This test is recommended to screen for sex chromosome abnormalities such as Turner syndrome and Klinefelter syndrome, which can impact fetal development, and to confirm fetal sex in cases of ambiguous genitalia or when genetic counseling is warranted.
3. How is the sample collected for this test?
Answer: Sample collection is performed exclusively within an accredited hospital facility. Depending on the indication, a clinician will obtain amniotic fluid via amniocentesis, peripheral blood via venipuncture, or semen via standardized collection protocol. Mobile home phlebotomy is not available for this test.
4. When will I receive my results?
Answer: Results are typically available within one week of sample receipt at our ISO 9001:2015 accredited laboratory. A complimentary telephonic consultation is provided to help interpret your results in the context of your overall health.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance & Data Privacy
DNA Labs UAE operates under DHA Facility License Number 1143 and strictly 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. All genetic data is encrypted, access-controlled, and processed exclusively for diagnostic purposes. Clinical safety and patient consent adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
- Data Protection: PDPL-compliant encryption and access controls safeguard all patient genetic information.
- Health ICT Law: Electronic health data is managed in accordance with Federal Law No. 2 of 2019.
- Medical Liability: Patient consent and clinical safety protocols follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016.
- Facility License: DHA License 1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | FISH Analysis for X and Y Chromosomes |
| Price (AED) | 750 |
| Turnaround Time | 1 week |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Amniotic fluid, Blood, Semen – Hospital Extraction Only. Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety. |
| Methodology Used | Fluorescence In-Situ Hybridization (FISH) with targeted probes (DXZ1, DYZ3) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z31.5 |
| LOINC Code | 29270-9 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License 1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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