Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
BAAT Gene Hypercholanemia Genetic Test in Dubai | 2800 AED | DHA Licensed Laboratory
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Executive Summary
Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Premium Logistics: Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection via ISO Certified Cold-Chain & VIP Mobile Phlebotomy (8 AM – 11 PM).
Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation assigned by DHA-licensed physicians.
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Test Overview & Methodology
This advanced Next‑Generation Sequencing (NGS) genetic test comprehensively analyzes the BAAT gene to diagnose hypercholanemia, a rare bile acid metabolism disorder causing toxic bile acid accumulation and severe liver injury. The test provides definitive molecular diagnosis, enabling precision management, family screening, and personalised therapeutic strategies.
| Feature | Our Test (NGS) | Closest Alternative (Biochemical Bile Acid Profile) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Next‑Generation Sequencing (LC‑MS/MS validated) | Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC‑MS/MS) for bile acid quantification |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks | 1–2 Weeks |
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | >99.9% for BAAT pathogenic variants | Detects abnormal bile acids but not specific gene mutations |
| Clinical Utility | Confirms genetic aetiology, guides family planning & targeted therapy | Rules out other cholestatic disorders; not diagnostic for hypercholanemia |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“A confirmed molecular diagnosis of hypercholanemia through BAAT gene sequencing provides families with definitive answers and enables precise therapeutic monitoring. However, genetic results must always be integrated with clinical presentation and biochemical markers to guide management decisions.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Asymptomatic individuals without a family history of bile acid disorders or clinical suspicion.
- Exclusion: Patients unwilling to undergo mandatory pre‑test genetic counselling.
- ER Red Flag: Seek immediate medical care if severe jaundice, intractable pruritus, coagulopathy, or neurological deterioration occurs.
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.
Pre-Test Advisory
Patients undergoing genetic evaluation for hypercholanemia must receive pre‑test genetic counselling to understand the scope of results, implications for family members, and the possibility of identifying variants of uncertain significance. Informed consent is mandatory and must follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the BAAT Gene Hypercholanemia NGS test detect?
This sequences the entire BAAT gene to identify pathogenic mutations causing hypercholanemia, a rare autosomal recessive disorder that impairs bile acid conjugation, leading to toxic bile acid accumulation and severe liver disease.
2. How long will it take to receive my results?
Turnaround time is 3 to 4 weeks from sample receipt, ensuring exhaustive analysis, quality control, and expert interpretation by clinical molecular geneticists.
3. Is home sample collection available across the UAE?
Yes, we provide paid hospital-grade home collection (8 AM – 11 PM) using ISO‑certified cold‑chain transport and trained phlebotomists, ensuring specimen integrity from your doorstep to our Dubai laboratory.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance & Data Protection
DNA Labs UAE operates under DHA Facility License Number 1143 and adheres to all applicable UAE federal laws governing patient data and health information. All genetic and clinical data are processed in strict compliance 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. Patient records are encrypted, access‑controlled, and never shared with third parties without explicit written consent.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | BAAT Gene Hypercholanemia Genetic Test (NGS) |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3 – 4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (Peripheral Blood) – VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection Available (8 AM – 11 PM) |
| Methodology Used | Next‑Generation Sequencing (NGS) with LC‑MS/MS Validation |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E80.7 |
| LOINC Code | 82342-1 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE – DNA Labs UAE |
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