Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
SI Gene Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED | NGS Sequencing
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Comprehensive Genetic Diagnosis for Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency
- Diagnostic Accuracy: 99.9% sensitivity via ISO-accredited Next Generation Sequencing (NGS).
- Premium Logistics: VIP mobile phlebotomy and temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM.
- Post-Test Support: Telephonic clinical guidance and genetic counselling included with every result.
- Insurance & Billing: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This genetic test identifies pathogenic variants in the SI gene responsible for congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency (CSID), a metabolic disorder impairing the digestion of sucrose and starch. Using advanced NGS technology, our laboratory delivers definitive molecular diagnosis, enabling targeted dietary intervention and long-term management planning.
| Feature | Our NGS Genetic Test | Traditional Biopsy Enzyme Assay |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity | Variable, often inconclusive |
| Method | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) | Histochemical enzyme activity |
| Invasiveness | Peripheral blood draw or FTA card (minimally invasive) | Intestinal biopsy required |
| Turnaround Time | 3 – 4 Weeks | 2 – 3 Weeks (with specialised referral lab) |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a Consultant Medical Genetics, I regularly evaluate patients with chronic gastrointestinal symptoms that remain undiagnosed after routine workup. This comprehensive NGS-based analysis of the SI gene provides a precise molecular diagnosis, allowing clinicians to implement targeted dietary modifications that significantly alleviate symptoms such as osmotic diarrhoea, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. Always correlate genetic findings with the full clinical presentation and family history before finalising management.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics | DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Advisory: Medication Continuity
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without direct consultation with your treating physician. This genetic test is intended to inform diagnosis, not to replace ongoing therapeutic regimens.
Exclusion Criteria & Clinical Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria: This test is not appropriate as a standalone assessment for acute severe malnutrition or undifferentiated enteropathy. Infectious causes of chronic diarrhoea should be excluded prior to genetic evaluation. Mandatory genetic counselling is required for all patients, particularly minors, in accordance with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
- Emergency Red Flags – Seek Immediate Care: Severe dehydration, intractable vomiting, altered consciousness, or signs of sepsis require urgent medical attention and hospitalisation, not outpatient genetic testing.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is SI gene sucrase-isomaltase deficiency?
Sucrase-isomaltase deficiency is an inherited metabolic disorder that impairs the digestion of sucrose and starch, leading to chronic watery diarrhoea, bloating, abdominal pain, and nutrient malabsorption. It is caused by pathogenic variants in the SI gene.
2. How is this NGS test performed and what does it detect?
A peripheral blood sample or FTA card is collected via our mobile phlebotomy service or at your nearest collection centre. DNA is extracted and analysed using Next Generation Sequencing to identify disease-causing mutations across the entire coding region of the SI gene with 99.9% sensitivity.
3. What is the price and turnaround time for this test in the UAE?
The total cost is 2,800 AED. Results are delivered through a secure patient portal within 3 to 4 weeks from sample receipt. Our team provides a follow-up telephonic consultation to review findings and recommend next steps.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE operates in full compliance with the legislative framework of the United Arab Emirates:
- Data Protection: All patient genetic data is processed and stored under Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL), ensuring the highest standards of confidentiality and security.
- Health Information Governance: Our laboratory adheres strictly to Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields, governing the safe handling of electronic health records.
- Medical Liability & Consent: Every test is conducted under the provisions of Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability, ensuring informed patient consent and clinical accountability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | SI Gene Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency Genetic Test (NGS) |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3 – 4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral Whole Blood or FTA Card |
| Methodology Used | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) – Full gene coding region analysis |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E74.31 |
| LOINC Code | 81319-8 |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License #1143 — Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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