Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
GATA6 Gene Atrioventricular Septal Defect Type 5 NGS Test in UAE | 2800 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
تحليل جين GATA6 لعيب الحاجز الأذيني البطيني من النوع 5 في الإمارات | 2800 درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي
Executive Summary: Precision Genetic Cardiology with UAE Regulatory Excellence
Clinical Accuracy: 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity for GATA6 pathogenic variants, performed via next‑generation sequencing (NGS) in an ISO 9001:2015 certified laboratory (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Premium Home Collection: Hospital‑grade cold‑chain phlebotomy (8 AM ‑ 11 PM) across all Emirates – sample stability guaranteed from collection to sequencing.
Clinical Guidance: Complimentary tele‑briefing with a clinical geneticist to interpret results and plan multidisciplinary care.
Insurance Direct Billing: Verify coverage instantly via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Compliant with Federal Decree‑Law No. 41 of 2024 (Art. 87), CDS Law 2026 (Minors), and UAE PDPL.
Comprehensive Overview of the GATA6 Gene Test for AVSD5
The GATA6 gene test employs next‑generation sequencing to detect single nucleotide variants, insertions/deletions, and copy number changes in the GATA6 gene associated with atrioventricular septal defect type 5 – a congenital heart malformation that affects the walls separating the heart’s chambers. يستخدم هذا الاختبار التسلسل الجيني من الجيل التالي للكشف عن الطفرات المرتبطة بعيب الحاجز الأذيني البطيني من النوع 5.
| Feature | Our Test (NGS) | Closest Alternative (Sanger Sequencing) |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Next‑Generation Sequencing (NGS) with full gene coverage | Sanger sequencing – limited to known hotspots |
| Diagnostic Yield | >99.9% sensitivity for GATA6 coding regions | ~85% – may miss large deletions/duplications |
| Turnaround Time | 3 ‑ 4 Weeks | 6 ‑ 8 Weeks (if sent abroad) |
| Sample Types Accepted | Whole blood (EDTA), extracted DNA, dried blood spot (FTA card) | Whole blood only |
Physician Insights & Safety Protocol
“As a clinical cardiologist, I appreciate that genetic testing for a congenital heart defect can bring anxiety. Results must be interpreted alongside echocardiography and clinical findings. No treatment decision should be made without a multidisciplinary team review. This test empowers families through accurate diagnosis, not instant risk prediction.”
— Dr. PRABHAKAR REDDY, Consultant Interventional Cardiology, DHA License: 61713011
Medication Warning
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. This genetic test is not a substitute for ongoing cardiac surveillance.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Not valid if the patient has received an allogeneic blood transfusion within 120 days or has undergone bone marrow transplantation (donor DNA interference).
- This test is not intended for prenatal diagnosis without invasive sampling; chorionic villus sampling (CVS) or amniocentesis requires separate protocols.
- If the patient experiences cyanosis, severe breathlessness, syncope, or signs of heart failure, seek immediate emergency care – do not wait for genetic test results.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What does the GATA6 gene test tell me about my child’s heart defect?
This test identifies pathogenic mutations in the GATA6 gene that cause atrioventricular septal defect type 5, helping confirm diagnosis and guide surgical planning.
يكشف هذا الاختبار عن الطفرات الممرضة في جين GATA6 التي تسبب عيب الحاجز الأذيني البطيني من النوع 5، مما يساعد في تأكيد التشخيص وتوجيه التخطيط الجراحي.
2. How long does it take to get results, and what is the process?
Results are delivered within 3 to 4 weeks after sample collection, following comprehensive NGS sequencing and clinical interpretation.
يتم تسليم النتائج في غضون 3 إلى 4 أسابيع بعد جمع العينة، بعد إجراء التسلسل الجيني الشامل من الجيل التالي والتفسير السريري.
3. Is home blood collection available for this test across the UAE?
Yes, we offer ISO-certified cold-chain home phlebotomy across all Emirates, with samples collected between 8 AM and 11 PM.
نعم، نوفر خدمة سحب الدم المنزلي المعتمدة بسلسلة تبريد ISO في جميع الإمارات، حيث تُجمع العينات بين الساعة 8 صباحًا و11 مساءً.
DHA‑Compliant Genetic Testing Facility License: 9834453 | ISO 9001:2015 (INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139)
Pre‑ genetic counselling session required. Contact +971545488731 to schedule.
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