Test Price
1,000 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Huntington Disease Mutation Screening in UAE – 1,000 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
⚕️ Diagnostic Precision – 99.9% Sensitivity via ISO‑accredited genetic analysis & cold‑chain home collection.
🚑 VIP Mobile Phlebotomy (8 AM – 11 PM) – hospital‑grade sample collection at your doorstep.
📞 Post‑test Clinical Guidance – free telephonic result interpretation by a genetic specialist.
📱 Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731
⏱️ Turnaround & Price
Results in 7 days · 1,000 AED (tax inclusive)
All‑inclusive: sample collection, VIP logistics, triplicate repeat‑primed PCR, and clinical report.
📋 Pre‑Test Requirements
- Valid doctor’s prescription required (exceptions: DHA‑approved surgery clearance, pregnancy screening, or international travel fitness).
- No fasting needed; sample: 2–5 mL peripheral blood (EDTA tube).
- If patient is a minor, guardian consent as per Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 is mandatory.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Huntington Disease (HD) Mutation Screening test precisely quantifies the CAG trinucleotide repeat expansion in the HTT gene using Triplet Repeat Primed PCR (TP‑PCR) and capillary electrophoresis—the gold standard for Huntington diagnosis. It confirms or excludes genetically determined Huntington disease, enabling early neuroprotective planning and family risk assessment. This method provides allele‑specific resolution with ±1 repeat accuracy, eliminating borderline allele ambiguity.
| Feature | Our Huntington Test | Conventional PCR‑only |
|---|---|---|
| Method | TP‑PCR + Capillary Electrophoresis | End Point PCR (gel‑based) |
| Sizing Accuracy | ±1 CAG repeat (allele‑specific) | ±3–5 repeats; unable to resolve large expansions reliably |
| Turnaround | 7 days | 10–14 days |
| ISO 9001:2015 | Yes (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) | Often unaccredited |
| Post‑test Consultation | Included (genetic counselor) | Not included |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“Huntington testing is never just a lab result; it is a life-altering diagnosis. I always ensure that patients have pre‑test genetic counselling and a robust support system in place. The TP‑PCR method we use gives unambiguous CAG repeat counts, so families can make informed decisions with clinical correlation, not fear.”
– Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics (DHA License: 9294403)
Advisory & Clinical Precautions
- Not indicated for acute neurological deficits without clinical suspicion of HD.
- Do not use as a standalone forensic test; always combine with neurological examination.
- Emergency red flags: sudden onset severe depression, suicidal ideation, aggression, or seizures → seek immediate ER care.
- Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your treating physician.
Exclusion & Contraindications
- Test only validated for diagnostic confirmation or predictive testing with pre‑test counselling; not for pre‑implantation genetic diagnosis (separate service).
- Do not use in patients with known multiple repeat disorders without prior genetic counselling.
- Invalid in cases of bone marrow transplant due to potential chimerism.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. How accurate is the Huntington mutation screening for UAE residents?
Our TP‑PCR with capillary electrophoresis delivers allele‑specific CAG repeat sizing with 99.9% analytical sensitivity and specificity, eliminating borderline allele ambiguity found in older PCR methods.
2. Is a doctor’s prescription mandatory, and what about pregnancy?
A valid UAE‑licensed doctor’s prescription is required, except for DHA‑exempted scenarios such as surgical fitness certificates, pregnancy‑related genetic counselling, or official travel clearance.
3. How does home collection work and will my insurance cover the cost?
Our VIP mobile phlebotomist arrives within 2 hours (8 AM–11 PM) for a painless venous draw; direct billing verification via WhatsApp to +971 54 548 8731 confirms coverage instantly.
4. What does the result report include?
The report states the exact number of CAG repeats for both alleles, the international classification (normal, intermediate, or expanded), and a clinical interpretation with risk assessment for family planning.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
✅ UAE Legal Compliance: Licensed by DHA (Facility #1143). Operates under Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) for genetic data privacy, Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields for health data governance, and Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability for patient safety and consent. ISO 9001:2015 certified (INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). LOINC code 58993‑1.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Huntington Disease Mutation Screening (CAG Repeat Expansion) |
| Price (AED) | 1,000 AED (tax inclusive) |
| Turnaround Time | 7 days from sample receipt |
| Sample Type / Matrix | 2–5 mL peripheral blood (EDTA tube) – VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM) |
| Methodology Used | Triplet Repeat Primed PCR (TP‑PCR) with Capillary Electrophoresis |
| ICD-10-CM Code | G10, Z13.79, Z15.89 |
| LOINC Code | 58993-1 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License #1143 · Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE – DNA Labs UAE |
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