Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
WDR19 Gene Senior-Loken Syndrome Type 8 Genetic Test (2800 AED)
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Clinical Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity via ISO 15189:2022 & CAP-accredited Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) processing, compliant with UAE 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.
Service Excellence: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM. Direct insurance verification and billing support via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
Corporate Lab Branding: DNA Labs UAE | DHA Facility License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE.
Test Overview & Methodology
This Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) test examines the entire coding region of the WDR19 gene to diagnose Senior-Loken syndrome type 8, a rare autosomal recessive ciliopathy characterized by nephronophthisis, retinitis pigmentosa, and hepatic fibrosis. The test provides definitive molecular confirmation to guide multidisciplinary surveillance and early intervention.
| Feature | Our WDR19 NGS Test | Closest Alternative (Sanger Sequencing) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Accuracy | 99.9% sensitivity, all WDR19 variants covered (SNVs, indels) | Lower sensitivity, targeted known point mutations only |
| Methodology | Next-Generation Sequencing (Illumina platform) | Sanger capillary electrophoresis |
| Turnaround Time | 10–14 Business Days | 4–6 weeks for full gene coverage |
| Sample Type | Peripheral Whole Blood or Extracted DNA | Blood sample required |
| Home Collection | VIP Cold-Chain Phlebotomy (8 AM–11 PM) | Often limited or unavailable |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“A precise molecular diagnosis of Senior-Loken syndrome empowers families and guides multidisciplinary surveillance. At DNA Labs UAE, our NGS platform delivers the clinical confidence needed for early intervention in inherited ciliopathies. Genetic confirmation is a cornerstone of personalized medicine, not a replacement for comprehensive clinical assessment.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Advisory & Safety Exclusions
Medication Advisory: Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your referring physician. Genetic test results inform future care planning and should never be used to make immediate changes to established therapy protocols.
Exclusion Criteria: Patients unable to provide valid informed consent (or legal guardian consent as per Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability) are excluded from testing. Testing is also excluded if no clinical indication of Senior-Loken syndrome type 8 or a related ciliopathy has been confirmed by a specialist physician.
Emergency Red Flags: If you experience sudden vision loss, severe abdominal distension, jaundice, or signs of acute kidney injury (oliguria, swelling), seek immediate emergency care regardless of pending test results.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the WDR19 gene test and what does it detect?
Direct answer: This NGS test identifies all pathogenic variants in the WDR19 gene associated with Senior-Loken syndrome type 8. It provides a definitive molecular diagnosis to differentiate this ciliopathy from other kidney-liver-retina disorders, delivering results in 10 to 14 business days.
2. How is the sample collected and is home service available?
Direct answer: A trained phlebotomist collects a small peripheral whole blood sample using our VIP mobile phlebotomy service with temperature-controlled cold-chain logistics. Home collection is available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM across Dubai and the Northern Emirates. Alternatively, you may provide an extracted DNA sample or FTA card in person at our Dubai Healthcare City laboratory.
3. What is the turnaround time for results?
Direct answer: The standard turnaround time for the WDR19 gene NGS test is 10 to 14 business days from the date the sample is received by our laboratory. This timeframe ensures comprehensive bioinformatics analysis and clinical variant interpretation.
4. Will my health insurance cover the cost of this genetic test?
Direct answer: Coverage varies by insurance policy and provider. DNA Labs UAE offers a direct insurance verification service via WhatsApp. Please send a copy of your Emirates ID and insurance card to +971 54 548 8731 before scheduling to confirm your coverage and any applicable co-payments or deductibles.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Data Privacy & Protection: 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 genetic data is encrypted, securely stored, and processed exclusively within the UAE to ensure complete confidentiality and compliance with national health information governance standards.
Clinical Safety & Consent: All clinical procedures, including genetic testing and sample collection, are performed in accordance with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Valid informed consent is obtained from every patient or legal guardian prior to sample collection and testing.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | WDR19 Gene Senior-Loken Syndrome Type 8 Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 |
| Turnaround Time | 10–14 Business Days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral Whole Blood or Extracted DNA (VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Cold-Chain Home Collection Available Daily 8 AM–11 PM) |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) – Illumina Platform |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Q87.89 (Other specified congenital malformation syndromes), Q61.4 (Nephronophthisis) |
| LOINC Code | 94252-3 (WDR19 gene mutation analysis in Blood or Tissue by NGS) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License: 1143 | DNA Labs UAE | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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