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480 AED✅ Home Collection Available
High‑Resolution Neonatal Chromosome Analysis (Karyotyping) in UAE – 480 AED – DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015‑accredited cytogenomic processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
- Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature‑Controlled Cold‑Chain Home Collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM.
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic post‑test clinical interpretation by a DHA‑licensed Medical Genetics specialist to explain karyotype results and next steps.
- Insurance: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp: +971 54 548 8731
Test Overview & Methodology
High‑Resolution Neonatal Chromosome Analysis (Karyotyping) detects numerical and structural chromosome abnormalities in newborns with a banding resolution of ≥550 bands, enabling identification of subtle microdeletions or duplications. This test uses cultured peripheral blood lymphocytes and GTG‑banding to provide a definitive cytogenetic diagnosis for suspected congenital disorders.
| Feature | Our Test (High‑Resolution Karyotype) | Closest Alternative (Routine Karyotype) |
|---|---|---|
| Band Resolution | ≥550 bands (HRK) | 400–500 bands |
| Methodology | Culture + GTG‑banding + digital microscopy | Culture + basic Giemsa banding |
| Turnaround Time | 21 working days | 10–14 working days (lower resolution) |
| Clinical Application | Neonatal dysmorphism, multiple congenital anomalies, ambiguous genitalia | General pediatric screening, lower sensitivity |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“A high‑resolution karyotype is a powerful tool when a newborn presents with physical or developmental findings that raise suspicion for a chromosomal syndrome. I always remind parents that an abnormal result requires careful clinical correlation, and a normal result does not exclude all genetic conditions – it simply tells us the chromosome structure looks intact at this level of detail. We use this result alongside clinical examination, newborn screening, and, if indicated, chromosomal microarray to give you the most complete picture.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
⚠️ Important Advisory: Do not discontinue, modify, or withhold any prescribed medication for your newborn without direct consultation with the treating physician. This test does not replace urgent clinical management.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Neonates with acute severe sepsis, hemodynamic instability, or severe coagulopathy where blood draw poses a risk.
- Exclusion: Inability to obtain the mandatory, fully completed Chromosome & FISH Analysis Requisition Form (Form 17).
- Emergency Red Flags: If your newborn has persistent cyanosis, seizures, severe hypotonia, or critical cardiac symptoms, proceed to the nearest emergency department – do not wait for test results.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does a high‑resolution neonatal karyotype detect, and how is it different from a standard chromosome test?
A high‑resolution neonatal karyotype detects chromosomal numerical and structural abnormalities – such as trisomies, translocations, deletions, and duplications – at a much finer level of detail than a standard test, using extended culture and high‑resolution banding to achieve ≥550 bands per haploid set.
2. How is the blood collection done for a newborn, and will it hurt my baby?
Our pediatric phlebotomists use ultra‑fine butterfly needles, topical numbing cream, and non‑invasive comforting techniques to collect the minimal 2 mL of blood in a sodium heparin tube, making the procedure swift and as gentle as possible for your newborn.
3. When will I receive the results, and can I discuss them with a specialist immediately?
The final report is issued within 21 working days; once released, you will receive a telephonic post‑clinical guidance call to interpret the karyotype findings and discuss any follow‑up steps recommended by your neonatologist or pediatrician.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Legal & Regulatory Compliance: This service strictly adheres to 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 testing safety and patient consent comply with Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. All analyses are performed under ISO 9001:2015 quality management system (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | High‑Resolution Neonatal Chromosome Analysis (Karyotyping) |
| Price (AED) | 480 |
| Turnaround Time | 21 working days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral whole blood (2 mL sodium heparin tube) |
| Methodology Used | Cell culture, GTG‑banding, digital microscopy, ≥550 band resolution |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z13.71, Z13.79 |
| LOINC Code | 34523-4 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA Facility License No. 1143 Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE Corporate Lab Branding: DNA Labs UAE |
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