Test Price
1,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA) Comprehensive Profile in UAE | 1800 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
تحليل الملف الشامل لضمور المخيخ والنخاع الشوكي (SCA) في الإمارات | 1800 درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي
الملخص التنفيذي
اختبار جيني شامل بدقة تشخيصية 99.9% عبر معمل حاصل على شهادة ISO 9001:2015. خدمة سحب الدم المنزلي المدفوعة والمعتمدة مع سلسلة تبريد متكاملة. إرشاد طبي هاتفي بعد النتائج. تحقق من تغطية التأمين عبر واتساب +971 54 548 8731.
Test at a Glance
- Price: 1,800 AED
- TAT: Sample Tue by 11 am → Report Sat
- Sample: 4 mL whole blood (Lavender EDTA), refrigerated
- Method: PCR, Fragment Analysis, STR Genotyping
- Specialists: Neurologist, Clinical Geneticist, General Physician
Comprehensive Ataxia DNA Profiling – Bilingual Overview
The Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA) Comprehensive Profile detects pathogenic trinucleotide repeat expansions and other mutations in ataxia‑linked genes using PCR-based fragment length analysis and STR genotyping. يحدد التحليل الطفرات الجينية المسببة لأنواع مختلفة من ضمور المخيخ الوراثي بدقة عالية.
| Feature | Our Test (Prime) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | Fragment Analysis by capillary electrophoresis with proprietary size standards | Standard PCR + electrophoresis or limited repeat‑primed PCR |
| Methodology | Multiplex PCR + fluorescent STR genotyping; validated against reference materials | Low‑plex or single‑locus approaches |
| Speed & Service | 5‑day TAT with tele‑report guidance | Often >10 days, report‑only |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocol
“As a consultant neurologist, I emphasize that this SCA profile is a powerful diagnostic adjunct, but results must always be integrated with your clinical presentation and family history. A positive report indicates genetic predisposition, while a negative result does not exclude all hereditary ataxias. Please discuss every finding with your supervising physician.”
— Dr. Prabhakar Reddy, DHA: 61713011
Medication Warning
Do not discontinue or modify any prescribed medication, including anti‑epileptics, immunosuppressants, or anticoagulants, without explicit instruction from your treating physician. Abrupt changes may trigger severe neurological or systemic complications.
Exclusion Criteria & Red Flags
- Inability to provide a 4 mL whole blood sample in a lavender‑top tube.
- Active hemolytic anemia or severe thrombocytopenia unless cleared by a hematologist.
- Recent hematopoietic stem cell transplant (chimerism invalidates DNA source).
- Emergency Red Flags: Sudden worsening of ataxia with dysphagia, vision loss, or altered consciousness → seek immediate ER care. Do not wait for test results.
UAE Regulatory & E-E-A-T Compliance
- Federal Decree‑Law No. 41 of 2024 (Art. 87): Licensing and genetic testing oversight.
- CDS Law 2026 (Minors): Explicit informed consent required for genetic testing in individuals under 18.
- UAE PDPL: All genomic data processed and stored exclusively on encrypted servers within UAE territory.
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified Laboratory (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) — ensuring quality management from collection to report.
- DHA/MOHAP: All tests conducted under Facility License 9834453 with DHA‑registered specialists.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
What exactly does the Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA) Comprehensive Profile detect?
This test identifies pathogenic trinucleotide repeat expansions and mutations in genes associated with SCA types 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 17, and DRPLA, providing a definitive genetic diagnosis when clinical ataxia is present. The panel uses PCR and high‑resolution fragment analysis to count the exact number of repeats and differentiate between normal, borderline, and full‑mutation alleles. This information helps your neurologist determine the specific ataxia subtype, predict prognosis, and guide family screening.
يكشف الاختبار عن التوسعات المرضية في جينات SCA المدرجة، مما يمنح تشخيصًا جينيًا دقيقًا عند وجود رنح سريري، ويساعد الطبيب في تحديد النوع الفرعي وتوجيه الفحوصات العائلية.
How is the test performed and what preparation is required?
A certified phlebotomist collects a 4 mL whole blood sample in a lavender‑top EDTA tube, shipped refrigerated (never frozen) to our ISO‑certified laboratory within 24 hours. No fasting or special preparation is needed. However, you must complete the mandatory Genomics Clinical Information Requisition Form (Form 20) with your treating physician’s details and clinical history. If you are on any blood‑thinning medication, please inform the collection team to apply extra hemostasis.
يتم سحب عينة دم وريدي 4 مل في أنبوب EDTA، مع تعبئة نموذج المعلومات الجينية الإلزامي (نموذج 20). لا حاجة للصيام. أخبر الفني إذا كنت تستخدم مميعات دم.
What does a positive result mean and what are the next steps?
A positive result indicates you have a pathogenic repeat expansion that confirms a specific SCA subtype, but the clinical course varies; immediate post‑ genetic counseling is essential. You will receive a telephonic guidance session with our DHA‑licensed neurologist to interpret the report in context of your symptoms and family tree. A positive result does not always mean immediate disability, and many patients benefit from early neurological rehabilitation and experimental therapies that target the underlying genetic mechanism. Your physician will also discuss the implications for at‑risk relatives.
النتيجة الإيجابية تؤكد النوع الجيني للرنح، ولكن التطور السريري متغير؛ جلسة الإرشاد الجيني بعد النتيجة ضرورية لتفسير التقرير ووضع خطة المتابعة.
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