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SLC10A2 Gene Primary Bile Acid Malabsorption Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
تحليل جين SLC10A2 لسوء امتصاص الأحماض الصفراوية الأولي في الإمارات | 2800 درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي
Executive Summary | ملخص تنفيذي
- 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity – ISO 9001:2015 certified facility (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) with Next-Generation Sequencing.
- Premium Logistics – Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection via ISO Certified Cold-Chain Home Collection & VIP Mobile Phlebotomy (8 AM – 11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance – Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation.
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يوفر هذا التحليل الجيني المتقدم دقة تشخيصية بنسبة 99.9% عبر مختبراتنا المعتمدة وفق معايير ISO 9001:2015، مع خدمة سحب عينات منزلية مدفوعة الأجر وتوجيه سريري بعد النتائج.
Overview
SLC10A2 Genetic Test is a definitive molecular diagnostic that examines the entire coding region of the SLC10A2 gene to identify mutations responsible for primary bile acid malabsorption (PBAM). يكشف تحليل جين SLC10A2 الطفرات المسببة لسوء امتصاص الأحماض الصفراوية الأولي بدقة فائقة. This test is essential for patients with chronic watery diarrhea, steatorrhea, and a strong family history, guiding precise dietary and pharmacological management.
| Feature | Our Test (DHA-Certified) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Precision / Method | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) – full gene coverage | Single‑gene Sanger sequencing (limited exons) or serum 7α‑hydroxy‑4‑cholesten‑3‑one (C4) test |
| Diagnostic Speed | 3‑4 Weeks definitive genotype | Biochemical C4 test: 5‑7 days, but non‑genetic and less specific |
| Sample Type | Blood (EDTA), Extracted DNA, or Dried Blood Spot (FTA Card) – convenient home collection | Serum for C4; invasive colonoscopy for other diagnostics |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocol
Dr. PRABHAKAR REDDY (DHA License: 61713011) notes: “This genetic analysis is a powerful tool but must be interpreted within the full clinical picture. A negative SLC10A2 result does not rule out other bile acid malabsorption subtypes (e.g., secondary to ileal disease). I strongly urge patients to discuss all findings with a gastroenterologist and never self‑discontinue any prescribed therapy.”
Safety Precautions & Exclusion Criteria
- Exclusion Criteria: Patients with active gastrointestinal bleeding or hemodynamic instability should delay elective genetic testing until stabilized.
- ER Red Flags: If you experience severe dehydration, rapid weight loss (>5% in one week), or intractable vomiting, seek immediate emergency care rather than waiting for test results.
- Medication Warning: Do not discontinue prescribed medication (e.g., bile acid sequestrants, anti-diarrheals) without consulting your doctor.
- Pre‑test Requirement: A mandatory genetic counseling session to draw a detailed family pedigree and assess inheritance patterns is required before sample collection. Please provide comprehensive clinical history including onset and character of diarrhea, steatorrhea, and previous imaging/endoscopy reports.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
Q: What is the SLC10A2 gene primary bile acid malabsorption NGS test?
This advanced genetic analysis detects SLC10A2 gene variants that cause primary bile acid malabsorption with 99.9% diagnostic accuracy. It uses next‑generation sequencing to read all exons of the ASBT gene, providing a definitive molecular diagnosis for this rare metabolic enteropathy.
س: ما هو تحليل جين SLC10A2 لسوء امتصاص الأحماض الصفراوية الأولي؟
يكشف هذا التحليل الجيني المتقدم طفرات جين SLC10A2 بدقة 99.9% ويُشخص الحالة الوراثية لسوء الامتصاص الأولي للأحماض الصفراوية.
Q: Why is this test recommended?
Clinicians recommend this to confirm a genetic basis for chronic watery diarrhea and steatorrhea unresponsive to dietary changes. It helps distinguish primary bile acid malabsorption from other gastrointestinal disorders, enabling targeted therapy with bile acid sequestrants and improving quality of life.
س: لماذا يُنصح بهذا التحليل؟
يوصي الأطباء بهذا الاختبار لتأكيد السبب الوراثي للإسهال المائي المزمن والإسهال الدهني غير المستجيب لتعديلات النظام الغذائي.
Q: How is the sample collected and what is the turnaround time?
Our certified phlebotomists offer home collection of a small blood sample, with results delivered in 3-4 weeks. We accept whole blood (EDTA), extracted DNA, or a single drop of blood on an FTA card for maximum convenience. All samples are transported in validated cold‑chain conditions.
س: كيف يتم جمع العينة وما هي مدة صدور النتيجة؟
يقدم فريقنا المعتمد خدمة سحب عينة دم صغيرة من المنزل، وتصدر النتائج خلال 3-4 أسابيع باستخدام نظام النقل المبرد المعتمد.
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