Test Price
2,800 AEDโ Home Collection Available
GDF3 Gene Klippel-Feil Syndrome Type 3, Autosomal Dominant Genetic Test | 2,800 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Executive Summary
โ Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing.
โ Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM).
โ Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation by our genetics team.
โ Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This NGS-based test targets the GDF3 gene to confirm a clinical diagnosis of Klippel-Feil syndrome type 3 (autosomal dominant). It detects pathogenic variants responsible for congenital cervical and thoracic vertebral fusion, enabling early intervention and tailored surveillance.
| Feature | Our Test (NGS) | Closest Alternative (Sanger Sequencing) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | >99.9% sensitivity; detects all exonic variants | ~99% sensitivity; limited to known hotspots |
| Method | NGS โ full gene coverage | Sanger sequencing โ targeted amplicons |
| Turnaround | 3โ4 weeks | 4โ5 weeks |
| Cost (AED) | 2,800 | 3,200 โ 4,000 |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics (DHA: 9294403), shares: โWhen a child presents with cervical spine anomalies and suggestive syndromic features, this targeted NGS assay provides high-fidelity molecular confirmation. However, a negative result must not dismiss a clinical suspicion; consider broader exome sequencing and always correlate with imaging and multidisciplinary evaluation.โ
Advisory
Medication Warning
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Genetic test results are not a substitute for ongoing medical care.
Safety Exclusion Criteria
Emergency Red Flags & Exclusion Criteria
- Exclusion: Test not indicated for asymptomatic individuals without a confirmed family history of Klippel-Feil syndrome or suggestive clinical findings.
- Exclusion: Prenatal testing requires prior genetic counseling and informed consent per Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
- Emergency Red Flags: Seek immediate medical attention for acute onset of limb weakness, numbness, difficulty walking, loss of bladder or bowel control, or sudden severe neck/back pain.
- Emergency Red Flags: If your child has new respiratory difficulties or neurological changes, call 998 or visit the nearest emergency department.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the GDF3 gene test for Klippel-Feil syndrome type 3?
This advanced NGS test reads the entire GDF3 gene to identify disease-causing mutations, confirming a clinical diagnosis of Klippel-Feil syndrome type 3 within 3โ4 weeks. A positive result allows for precise genetic counseling and anticipatory management of associated cardiac, renal, and neurological complications.
2. How is the sample collected and what is the turnaround time?
A simple blood draw, extracted DNA, or a finger-prick dried blood spot on an FTA card is collected at home by our certified phlebotomist; results are ready in 3 to 4 weeks. The sample is transported under cold-chain to our ISO 9001:2015-certified genomics laboratory, ensuring DNA integrity.
3. Is this genetic test covered by UAE health insurance?
We handle direct billing verificationโmost UAE insurers cover medically necessary genetic testing for Klippel-Feil syndrome when ordered by a specialist, ensuring you know your coverage before proceeding. Simply WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731 with your insurance card for a pre-check.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE operates under DHA Facility License Number 1143 and complies strictly 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 solely for diagnostic purposes. Patients retain full rights to access, correct, and request deletion of their data under PDPL. No information is shared with third parties without explicit written consent.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | GDF3 Gene Klippel-Feil Syndrome Type 3, Autosomal Dominant Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 |
| Turnaround Time | 3โ4 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral blood, dried blood spot (FTA card), or extracted DNA |
| Methodology Used | NGS (Next Generation Sequencing) โ full gene coverage |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Q76.1 (Klippel-Feil syndrome) |
| LOINC Code | 81245-6 (Hereditary disease sequence analysis) |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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