Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
SUGCT Gene Glutaric Aciduria Type 3 Genetic Test
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity – ISO 9001:2015 accredited NGS wet-lab, validated against rigorous DHA clinical genomics benchmarks for SUGCT gene sequencing.
VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection – Available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM across all UAE emirates.
Post-Test Clinical Guidance – Telephonic consultation with a DHA-licensed Consultant Medical Genetics.
Insurance Direct Billing – Instant verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731; eligibility check within 30 minutes.
Price: 2,800 AED – Full SUGCT gene sequencing with comprehensive clinical reporting.
Test Overview & Methodology
This NGS-based assay sequences the entire coding region of the SUGCT gene to detect pathogenic variants causing glutaric aciduria type 3 – a rare autosomal recessive organic aciduria. The test provides a molecular diagnosis with near 100% specificity, enabling precise dietary management, surveillance planning, and informed reproductive counseling.
| Feature | SUGCT Gene Sequencing (DNA Labs UAE) | Standard Biochemical Screen |
|---|---|---|
| Method | NGS – Full SUGCT gene sequencing (coverage ≥99.8%) | Urine organic acid quantification (GC-MS) – non-specific, may miss mild phenotypes |
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | 99.9% for all known SUGCT point mutations, indels, and CNVs | ~85% (metabolic derangement only when clinically apparent) |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks (expedited reporting for critically ill neonates) | 1–2 Weeks (cannot confirm genetic etiology) |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh | Consultant Medical Genetics | DHA Registration ID: 9294403 – “A definitive SUGCT gene test provides families with diagnostic clarity that transcends traditional metabolic screening. It enables personalised surveillance, precise dietary intervention, and informed reproductive choices. Clinical correlation with biochemical markers remains essential, as negative NGS results do not exclude the diagnosis if enzymatic studies are clinically warranted.”
Medication Advisory
⚠ Do not discontinue prescribed medication (e.g., carnitine, riboflavin) without consulting a metabolic specialist. This test is for genetic diagnosis and monitoring, not for acute crisis management.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Patients with active hemolysis or recent blood transfusion (within 4 weeks) – may interfere with DNA extraction; delay collection.
- Exclusion: Individuals unable to undergo genetic counseling prior to testing (mandatory per UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability).
- Red Flag (go to ER immediately): Sudden lethargy, vomiting, encephalopathy, or seizure in an infant/child suspected of organic acidemia – this test does not replace emergency metabolic workup.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the SUGCT gene test confirm, and how is it different from a routine metabolic panel?
This genetic test identifies biallelic pathogenic variants in the SUGCT gene, providing a molecular diagnosis of glutaric aciduria type 3 with near 100% specificity, far exceeding the sensitivity of biochemical screening alone.
2. Why does the test require a genetic counseling session before sample collection?
UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability mandates pre-test genetic counseling for all heritable disorder screening to ensure informed consent, pedigree analysis, and psychosocial readiness, especially for minors and family testing.
3. Can I use my insurance to cover the 2,800 AED genetic test?
Our team provides direct billing verification within 30 minutes via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731; most UAE insurance plans with genetic riders cover diagnostic SUGCT sequencing under DHA approval.
4. What type of sample is needed, and how is it collected?
A standard peripheral whole blood sample is required. Our VIP Mobile Phlebotomy service performs temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection daily from 8 AM to 11 PM. For neonatal or pediatric cases, a trained phlebotomist ensures safe, gentle collection.
5. How long does it take to receive results, and how are they delivered?
Results are typically available within 3–4 weeks. Expedited reporting is available for critically ill neonates. A comprehensive clinical report is delivered electronically and discussed during a telephonic consultation with a DHA-licensed genetic specialist.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) – All genetic data is encrypted, access-controlled, and processed solely for diagnostic purposes with explicit patient consent.
Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields – Electronic health records and telemedicine consultations comply with UAE data security standards for remote genetic counseling.
Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability – Pre-test genetic counseling and informed consent protocols adhere to patient safety and ethical guidelines for heritable disorder testing.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | SUGCT Gene Glutaric Aciduria Type 3 Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks (expedited for critically ill neonates) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral Whole Blood (3–5 mL in EDTA tube); alternative: buccal swab for neonates |
| Methodology Used | NGS – Full SUGCT gene sequencing (coding region + flanking intronic regions, coverage ≥99.8%) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E72.52 |
| LOINC Code | 94222-3 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address |
DHA Facility License Number: 1143 Laboratory: DNA Labs UAE Address: Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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