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120 AED✅ Home Collection Available
DNA Extraction from Solid Tissue (Human Tissue) in UAE – 120 AED – DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 accredited automated DNA extraction.
- Hospital-Only Procedure: Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- Telephonic Clinical Guidance by Consultant Medical Genetics after result delivery.
- Insurance Direct Billing – verify instantly via WhatsApp: +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
DNA Extraction from Solid Tissue is a critical laboratory procedure that isolates high-purity, high-molecular-weight genomic DNA from tissue biopsies or resections. This ISO‑certified service prepares the sample for downstream applications such as next‑generation sequencing, PCR, microarrays, forensic identification, and research.
| Feature | Our Service (UAE DHA Approved) | Conventional Manual Extraction |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Magnetic bead‑based automation (KingFisher) – precise, reproducible | Manual phenol‑chloroform – labour‑intensive, toxic solvents |
| Turnaround Time | 4 business days | 7 – 10 days (if feasible) |
| Quality Control | Qubit fluorometry, NanoDrop spectrophotometry, gel electrophoresis | Visual estimation / gel only |
| Accreditation | ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139), DHA facility license 1143 | None |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“DNA extraction from solid tissue is an essential preparatory step, not a diagnostic test in itself. The clinical utility depends entirely on the downstream genetic assay selected based on the patient’s specific condition. I strongly advise discussing the purpose and interpretation of any subsequent molecular test with your treating physician.”
– Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA ID: 9294403
Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.
Safety & Exclusion Criteria
- Not recommended for patients with active, uncorrected bleeding disorders or severe thrombocytopenia unless sample is collected under direct physician supervision.
- If tissue is from a known infectious lesion (e.g., active TB, hepatitis C), the lab must be notified for proper biosafety handling.
- Emergency Red Flags: Excessive bleeding, expanding hematoma, or signs of infection (redness, warmth, pus) at the biopsy site require immediate medical attention.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is DNA extraction from solid tissue used for?
DNA extraction from solid tissue delivers high-purity, high-molecular-weight genomic DNA for genetic testing and forensic use. It enables clinicians and researchers to perform target mutation analysis, whole‑exome sequencing, or DNA fingerprinting. The resulting DNA is stable and compatible with most modern molecular platforms.
2. How is the sample collected?
For DNA extraction, a solid tissue biopsy or surgical sample is required, collected under sterile conditions within an accredited hospital facility. Our logistics team coordinates with your hospital for specimen retrieval and cold‑chain transfer to the laboratory. No special patient preparation is needed.
3. Is the DNA extraction procedure safe?
DNA extraction from solid tissue is a safe laboratory step, introducing no risk beyond the initial biopsy. All processing occurs in a contained, ISO‑certified environment adhering to biosafety level‑2 protocols. The extracted DNA poses no infectious threat to patients or staff.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Data Privacy & Legal Compliance
DNA Labs UAE strictly adheres to 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 clinical procedures, including patient consent and safety protocols, are compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Our laboratory operates under DHA Facility License Number 1143 and is ISO 9001:2015 certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | DNA Extraction from Solid Tissue (Human Tissue) |
| Price (AED) | 120 |
| Turnaround Time | 4 Business Days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Solid Tissue (Biopsy / Surgical Resection) |
| Methodology Used | Magnetic Bead‑Based Automated Extraction (KingFisher) with Qubit/NanoDrop QC |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z15.89, Z13.79, Z01.89 |
| LOINC Code | 82403-4 |
| DHA Facility License & Address | 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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