Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
MT-CO3 Gene Analysis for Mitochondrial Complex IV Deficiency (NGS) in UAE | 2800 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
تحليل جين MT-CO3 لنقص معقّد الميتوكوندريا الرابع في الإمارات | ٢٨٠٠ درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي
Executive Summary
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 15189-accredited Next Generation Sequencing.
- Premium Logistics: Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection via ISO Certified Cold-Chain and VIP Mobile Phlebotomy (8 AM – 11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary post-test telephonic genetic counselling and result interpretation with a DHA-licensed specialist.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification — send your policy via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
ملخص تنفيذي
- دقة تشخيصية بنسبة ٩٩.٩٪ عبر تقنيات تسلسل الجيل التالي المعتمدة دولياً.
- خدمة جمع العينات المنزلي المدفوعة مع سلسلة تبريد معتمدة وسحب دم متنقل (٨ صباحاً – ١١ مساءً).
- استشارة سريرية هاتفية بعد الفحص لتفسير النتائج مع مختص مرخص من هيئة الصحة بدبي.
- التحقق المباشر من التغطية التأمينية عبر واتساب على الرقم: +971 54 548 8731.
Comprehensive Genetic Testing for MT-CO3-Associated Complex IV Deficiency
This Genetic Test analyses the entire coding region of the mitochondrial MT-CO3 gene to detect pathogenic variants causing cytochrome c oxidase (Complex IV) deficiency. It provides definitive molecular diagnosis for Leigh syndrome, mitochondrial encephalomyopathy, and other progressive neurological disorders. يكشف هذا التحليل الجيني الطفرات المسببة لنقص معقد الميتوكوندريا الرابع بدقة عالية.
| Feature | Our UAE Lab Test | Closest Alternative (Overseas Send-Out) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision (Variant Detection) | 99.9% Sensitivity (≥500x coverage, SMV & LGD analysis) | 99.5% (Standard coverage, possible incomplete gene coverage) |
| Methodology | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) with validated bioinformatics pipeline | Sanger sequencing (often limited to hotspot regions) |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks (DHA-licensed facility onshore) | 6–8 Weeks (customs & shipping delays) |
| Clinical Support | DHA-certified neurologist and genetic counsellor integrated | Report only; no local regulatory oversight |
| Price | 2800 AED (all‑inclusive with home collection) | 3000–4500 AED (plus shipping & handling) |
Pre‑Test Requirements & Sample Types
- Genetic Counselling: A mandatory pre-test session with a certified genetic counsellor to draw a detailed pedigree chart of family members affected by mitochondrial disorders.
- Clinical History: Full neurological and metabolic history must be provided to aid variant interpretation.
- Accepted Specimens: Whole blood (EDTA), extracted DNA, or one drop of blood on an FTA card. All samples are transported under cold-chain protocols according to UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) regulations.
Physician Insight & Safety Protocol
“This test is a powerful diagnostic tool, but it must always be interpreted in the context of a thorough clinical evaluation. A negative result does not exclude mitochondrial disease, and a positive result should be correlated with biochemical and imaging findings. We guide every patient through the results with a multidisciplinary team.”
— Dr. PRABHAKAR REDDY, DHA License: 61713011, Consultant Neurologist & Geneticist
⚠️ Medication Warning:
Do not discontinue, adjust, or initiate any prescribed medication (e.g., anticonvulsants, coenzyme Q10, dietary supplements) without consulting your treating physician. Test results are for diagnostic clarification only and do not constitute treatment recommendations.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Individuals who have undergone allogeneic stem cell transplantation within the last 12 weeks (may cause misidentification of donor DNA).
- Active severe infection or systemic inflammation that could degrade sample quality – reschedule collection.
- Emergency Warning: If you or your child experiences acute neurological deterioration, seizures, metabolic crisis, or loss of consciousness, immediately go to the nearest Emergency Department; do not wait for test results.
- This test is not intended for prenatal diagnosis unless specifically ordered and counselled by a fetal medicine specialist.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the MT-CO3 gene test detect, and how reliable is it?
Our NGS-based MT-CO3 genetic identifies single nucleotide variants, small insertions/deletions, and copy number changes with 99.9% sensitivity, making it the most accurate molecular diagnosis method for mitochondrial Complex IV deficiency available in the UAE today.
٢. هل يجب أن أصوم قبل سحب عينة الدم للتحليل؟
لا يتطلب هذا الفحص الجيني صياماً، ولكن يُرجى إبلاغ فريق السحب المنزلي بجميع الأدوية والمكملات التي تتناولها لتوثيقها بدقة في التقرير السريري.
(No fasting is required; however, please inform the phlebotomy team of all current medications and supplements for accurate clinical documentation.)
3. How will my genetic data be protected under UAE law?
Your genomic information is strictly safeguarded per Federal Decree‑Law No. 41 of 2024 (Art. 87) and the UAE Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL); data is only shared with your referring physician and never with third parties without your explicit written consent.
License: Facility No. 9834453, DHA/MOHAP compliant
ISO Certification: ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139)
ICD-10-CM 2026: E88.40 (Mitochondrial metabolism disorder), G31.82 (Leigh syndrome), Z13.79 (Encounter for screening for other genetic anomalies)
LOINC: 82939-8 (MT-CO3 gene mutations found in Blood or Tissue by Sequencing) — https://loinc.org/82939-8/
Contact & WhatsApp Support: +971 54 548 8731 (8 AM – 11 PM, 7 days)
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