Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
HBG2 Gene (Transient Neonatal Cyanosis) Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Test Price: 2,800 AED | Turnaround Time: 3–4 weeks | Methodology: Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) | Sample Type: Peripheral blood (heel-prick or venous)
Home Collection: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (daily 8 AM–11 PM)
Clinical Precision: Full gene coverage for HBG2, detecting pathogenic variants and variants of uncertain significance (VUS).
Test Overview & Methodology
This Next‑Generation Sequencing test detects pathogenic HBG2 gene variants responsible for benign transient neonatal cyanosis, a self‑limiting hemoglobinopathy that resolves within months. The assay uses an ACMG‑aligned bioinformatics pipeline for comprehensive variant interpretation.
| Feature | Our Test (NGS) | Closest Alternative (Sanger) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Precision | Full gene coverage, pathogenic & VUS detection | Single-variant or limited panel |
| Methodology | NGS (ACMG‑aligned pipeline) | Sanger (manual, lower throughput) |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 weeks | 4–6 weeks |
| Cost | 2,800 AED | 1,200–1,800 AED (limited) |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“Transient neonatal cyanosis can cause considerable parental concern. This NGS test provides a definitive genetic answer, enabling clinicians to confidently diagnose and reassure families. All results must be correlated with clinical findings by the attending physician.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Advisory Note: Medication Warning
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. This test does not replace emergency medical evaluation.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Urgent Red Flags
- Exclusion: Not indicated for otherwise healthy newborns without cyanotic episodes or hemoglobinopathy suspicion. Testing requires prior genetic counseling and signed informed consent (Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability).
- ER Red Flags: If your infant shows persistent severe cyanosis, respiratory distress, poor feeding, or lethargy, seek immediate emergency care—do not wait for genetic test results.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the HBG2 gene and how does it cause transient neonatal cyanosis?
The HBG2 gene encodes fetal gamma‑globin; a promoter variant delays its silencing postpartum, temporarily elevating fetal hemoglobin and causing benign cyanosis.
2. Is the blood draw painful for my baby?
The test requires only a small heel‑prick or venous sample, so discomfort is minimal and lasts only a few seconds.
3. How long do results take and what does the report include?
Results are delivered in 3 to 4 weeks and provide mutation classification, clinical commentary, and tailored genetic counseling recommendations.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Compliance: This test operates in full alignment 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 specimens are processed under ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). Pre‑genetic counseling and a signed pedigree are mandatory. For home collection (8 AM–11 PM) and direct insurance billing verification, contact WhatsApp +971545488731.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | HBG2 Gene (Transient Neonatal Cyanosis) Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral whole blood (heel-prick or venous) – VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily 8 AM–11 PM |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), ACMG-aligned pipeline |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z13.71 (Encounter for genetic counseling and testing for abnormal gene) |
| LOINC Code | 21665-1 (Genetic testing for a specific gene) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No. 1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE (Corporate: DNA Labs UAE) |
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