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2,800 AEDโ Home Collection Available
ENPP1 Gene Arterial Calcification Type 1 (GACI) Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED | DHA Guidelines
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Accuracy Guarantee
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing (ISO 9001:2015).
Premium Logistics
VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM).
Clinical Guidance
Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation with a DHA-licensed Consultant Medical Genetics.
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Test Overview & Methodology
The ENPP1 Gene Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) test definitively diagnoses generalized arterial calcification of infancy (GACI) type 1 by sequencing the entire ENPP1 coding region, detecting pathogenic variants with unmatched depth. This test is essential for early intervention in affected infants and for informed genetic counseling of at-risk families.
| Feature | Our Test (NGS) | Closest Alternative (Sanger Sequencing) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | Full-gene analysis with >99.9% sensitivity for all variant types | Single-exon focus, may miss deep intronic or copy-number variants |
| Method | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) โ massive parallel sequencing | Chain-termination sequencing โ limited throughput |
| Turnaround | 3 to 4 Weeks | 6 to 8 Weeks |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"The ENPP1 NGS test is transformative for early identification of GACI type 1 in neonates with unexplained arterial calcifications. Clinicians must integrate genetic results with echocardiographic and clinical findings. A negative sequencing result does not rule out the diagnosis when strong clinical suspicion persists; consider broader genetic panels or further metabolic workup." โ Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Medication Advisory
Critical Precaution
Do not discontinue, initiate, or alter any prescribed medication without direct consultation with your treating physician. This genetic test result must be reviewed within the full clinical context.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
Exclusion Criteria
- Asymptomatic adults without family history of GACI.
- General screening for vascular calcifications in the elderly.
- Unauthorized minors โ written informed consent from legal guardian is mandatory per Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Emergency Red Flags
- Infant with severe respiratory distress, cyanosis, or signs of heart failure โ go to ER immediately.
- This genetic test does not replace urgent cardiological evaluation.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the ENPP1 gene test detect?
The ENPP1 gene test uses Next-Generation Sequencing to detect mutations in the ENPP1 gene causing generalized arterial calcification of infancy (GACI) type 1.
2. How should I prepare my child for the sample collection?
No fasting is required; a pediatric phlebotomist will collect a small blood sample from the infant, and genetic counseling is included beforehand.
3. Are my genetic data and privacy protected under UAE law?
Yes, all genomic data are handled under 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, with strict confidentiality and encrypted storage.
4. What is the turnaround time for results?
The expected turnaround time is 3 to 4 weeks from sample receipt at the laboratory.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE operates under DHA Facility License Number 1143 and strictly complies with UAE federal data protection laws. All genetic data are processed in accordance 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. Clinical testing and patient consent follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | ENPP1 Gene Arterial Calcification Type 1 (GACI) Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2800 |
| Turnaround Time | 3 to 4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral Whole Blood (3-5 mL in EDTA tube) |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) - Full Gene Coding Region Analysis |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Q28.2 |
| LOINC Code | 88518-0 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License Number: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE (DNA Labs UAE) |
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