Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
TTPA Gene (Familial Vitamin E Deficiency) Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED | DHA Licensed Facility
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Core Metrics
Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Certified Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Premium Logistics: Hospital-grade home collection via VIP Mobile Phlebotomy and temperature-controlled cold-chain transport, available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM.
Clinical Guidance: Complimentary telephonic post-test clinical correlation session with a DHA-licensed genetic counsellor.
Insurance: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The TTPA gene NGS test detects pathogenic mutations causing familial vitamin E deficiency and ataxia (AVED), establishing a definitive molecular diagnosis for patients with progressive neurological symptoms. Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) enables comprehensive analysis of the entire coding region and intron-exon boundaries, ensuring high sensitivity for point mutations, small insertions, and deletions.
| Feature | Our Genetic Test | Serum Vitamin E Test |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | 99.9% Analytical Sensitivity | Reflects transient nutritional status only |
| Methodology | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) | Colorimetric/HPLC biochemical assay |
| Speed | 3–4 Weeks (comprehensive) | 1–2 Days (limited scope) |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a consultant in medical genetics, I see the value of confirmatory molecular testing in families affected by unexplained ataxia and vitamin E deficiency. This NGS test provides a clear genetic answer, enabling accurate family counselling and tailored supplementation. However, it should always be interpreted in the full clinical context and never used as a standalone screening tool.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics | DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Medication & Safety Advisory
Important Warning
Do not discontinue prescribed medications — including anti-epileptics, lipid-soluble vitamin supplements, or antioxidant therapies — without consulting your treating physician. Abrupt discontinuation may lead to clinical deterioration.
Exclusion Criteria & Red Flags
When to Seek Urgent Care
- Not suitable for patients with acute neurological decompensation or life-threatening cardiac involvement.
- Red Flags: Seek emergency care immediately if you experience sudden loss of coordination, slurred speech, double vision, or signs of cardiomyopathy (chest pain, severe shortness of breath).
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the TTPA gene test used for?
The TTPA gene NGS test identifies mutations that cause ataxia with vitamin E deficiency (AVED). It confirms the diagnosis in patients with cerebellar ataxia, peripheral neuropathy, or retinopathy when vitamin E levels are low. It also facilitates cascade family screening and genetic counselling for at-risk relatives.
2. How is the sample collected for this genetic test?
A simple venous blood draw, extracted DNA sample, or a one-drop blood spot on an FTA card is all that is needed. Our DHA-licensed phlebotomists perform the collection in the comfort of your home using sterile, ISO-certified procedures. The sample is transported in a temperature-controlled cold chain to the laboratory.
3. What is the turnaround time and cost of the TTPA gene test in UAE?
The TTPA gene genetic test costs 2800 AED with results delivered in 3 to 4 weeks via a secure online portal. The price includes pre-test genetic counselling, home sample collection, and a post-test teleconsultation to interpret findings. Insurance pre-approval support is available through our WhatsApp line.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This service fully complies 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 clinical procedures adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability regarding patient consent and safety. Laboratory processing is performed under ISO 9001:2015 Certification (INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) and DHA Facility License No. 1143.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | TTPA Gene (Familial Vitamin E Deficiency) Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 |
| Turnaround Time | 3 to 4 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral whole blood, venous blood, or FTA blood spot (DNA) |
| Methodology Used | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E56.0 (Vitamin E deficiency), G11.0 (Congenital nonprogressive ataxia) |
| LOINC Code | 95819-7 (TTPA gene mutation analysis in Blood by Sequencing) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No. 1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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