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4,800 AEDโ Home Collection Available
WS1 Full Gene Sequence Analysis (Wolfram Syndrome, DIDMOAD) in UAE | 4800 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
- Premium Logistics: Hospital Extraction Only โ Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance by a DHA-licensed Consultant Medical Genetics interpreting your results.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This advanced genetic test sequences the entire WFS1 gene to confirm or rule out Wolfram syndrome (DIDMOAD) โ a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterized by diabetes insipidus, diabetes mellitus, optic atrophy, and deafness. Our NGS-based analysis provides comprehensive variant detection across all exons and exonโintron boundaries.
| Feature | Our Test (AME) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) | Sanger Sequencing (single exon) |
| Analytical Sensitivity | >99.9% for SNVs & small indels | ~95% in targeted regions |
| Turnaround Time | 4โ6 weeks | 6โ8 weeks (if full gene by Sanger) |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
โAs a Consultant Medical Genetics, I emphasise that a positive result confirms the genetic predisposition, but clinical correlation with endocrinological, ophthalmological, and audiological assessments remains essential for a definitive diagnosis. Patients and families should be counselled about the autosomal recessive inheritance pattern and the variable expressivity of this syndrome.โ
โ Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh (DHA Registration ID: 9294403)
Advisory Notice
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- This test is not intended for surgical clearance, travel fitness certification, or pregnancy risk assessment.
- Sample collection requires hospital extraction; at-home phlebotomy is not available for this test.
- If you experience sudden severe vision loss, rapidly progressing hearing impairment, or refractory diabetic ketoacidosis, seek emergency care immediately โ do not wait for test results.
- For minors, genetic testing requires informed parental consent in compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability and applicable UAE family laws.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is WS1 full gene sequence analysis and why is it ordered?
Core answer: It is a genetic test that reads the entire WFS1 gene to diagnose Wolfram syndrome (DIDMOAD).
Clinicians order this test when a patient presents with coexisting diabetes mellitus, optic atrophy, deafness, or a positive family history to confirm the diagnosis at a molecular level and guide multidisciplinary management.
2. What sample types are accepted, and how is the collection performed?
Core answer: We accept peripheral blood, amniotic fluid, chorionic villi, or cord blood for this analysis.
Collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility by a qualified professional. At-home phlebotomy is not available for this test. Pre-counselling is provided telephonically before the appointment.
3. How long do results take, and how will I receive my report?
Core answer: Results are delivered in 4โ6 weeks via secure online portal and a teleconsultation call.
The diagnostic report includes variant description, zygosity, ACMG classification, and a clinical interpretation. You will receive an email alert once the report is ready; a DHA-licensed genetic counsellor then calls you to explain findings, answer questions, and coordinate follow-up with your referring physician.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This service 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. Clinical safety and patient consent are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | WS1 Full Gene Sequence Analysis (Wolfram Syndrome, DIDMOAD) |
| Price (AED) | 4,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 4โ6 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral blood, amniotic fluid, chorionic villi, cord blood |
| Methodology Used | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Q87.8, Z15.0, Z13.7 |
| LOINC Code | 95419-5 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License No. 1143 โ DNA Labs UAE, Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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