Test Price
2,800 AEDโ Home Collection Available
PRX Gene Dejerine-Sottas Disease Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Core Metrics
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO-Certified Cold-Chain Home Collection. Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance. Direct Insurance Billing Verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This next-generation sequencing (NGS) test analyzes the entire coding region of the PRX gene to identify pathogenic variants responsible for Dejerine-Sottas disease (hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy type III), delivering definitive molecular diagnosis.
| Feature | Our Test (PRX NGS) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | NGS โ Full PRX Gene Sequencing | Panel-based Sequencing (may exclude PRX) |
| Turnaround Time | 3โ4 Weeks | 4โ6 Weeks |
| Clinical Coverage | 100% of coding exons ยฑ20 bp splice sites | Variable; may miss rare mutations |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
โAs a Consultant Medical Genetics, I emphasize that this targeted PRX analysis provides definitive molecular diagnosis for Dejerine-Sottas disease, ending the diagnostic odyssey for many families. However, results must be interpreted with clinical phenotype and nerve conduction studies. We are here to guide you through every step.โ โ Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403.
Medication Advisory
โ ๏ธ Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: inability to provide informed consent (requires legal guardian), children under 12 years without pediatric neurologist referral, active coagulopathy precluding blood draw.
- Emergency Red Flags: acute respiratory distress, sudden motor paralysis, loss of bladder/bowel control, severe swallowing difficultiesโseek immediate emergency care regardless of test scheduling.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the PRX Gene Dejerine-Sottas Disease Genetic Test, and why is it performed in UAE?
This test sequences the entire PRX gene to identify mutations causing Dejerine-Sottas disease, a severe early-onset neuropathy characterized by progressive muscle weakness, sensory loss, and delayed motor milestones.
2. How should I prepare for the test and what happens during the home collection?
No fasting is required; a mandatory pre-test genetic counselling session will construct a three-generation pedigree chart before our phlebotomist collects a single blood sample via VIP cold-chain home service.
3. How long do results take and will a doctor explain them to me?
Results are delivered within 3โ4 weeks, and a telephonic post-consultation with a DHA-licensed Consultant Medical Genetics is included to interpret the findings and recommend next steps.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance: This test adheres to:
- Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL).
- Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields.
- Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability (patient consent and clinical safety).
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
- DHA Facility License: 1143.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | PRX Gene Dejerine-Sottas Disease Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3โ4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (Peripheral) |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) โ Full PRX Gene Sequencing |
| ICD-10-CM Code | G60.0 |
| LOINC Code | 48263-9 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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