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Mitochondrial Disorders tests in Dubai & UAE

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1,100.00–4,500.00 AED

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Mitochondrial Disorders diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description Specimen Typical duration Price Options
TEST-6057
MT-TL1 Gene Genetic Testing for MELAS Syndrome Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the MT-TL1 mitochondrial gene for mutations associated with MELAS syndrome.

Peripheral Whole Blood 3–4 Weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["MT-TL1 gene mutations", "Mitochondrial DNA analysis"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Provide a blood sample via home collection", "Share clinical history and family pedigree"]
Indications
["Suspected MELAS syndrome", "Family history of mitochondrial disorders", "Neurological symptoms suggestive of MELAS"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 81303-2 ICD-10: E88.41, Z13.71
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the MT-TL1 mitochondrial gene for mutations associated with MELAS syndrome.
TEST-4186
MT-TL1 Gene MELAS Syndrome Genetic Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the MT-TL1 gene for mutations associated with MELAS syndrome.

Peripheral whole blood (EDTA) or buccal swab 3–4 weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Mutations in the MT-TL1 gene", "Mitochondrial DNA variants"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Inform physician of all current medications"]
Indications
["Suspected MELAS syndrome based on clinical presentation", "Family history of mitochondrial disorders", "Evaluation of neurological or cardiac symptoms suggestive of MELAS"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 81209-0 ICD-10: E88.41
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the MT-TL1 gene for mutations associated with MELAS syndrome.
TEST-5048
MT-TN Gene Sequencing for Mitochondrial Complex I Deficiency (Genetic Test)

This genetic test identifies pathogenic variants in the MT-TN gene, which are associated with mitochondrial complex I deficiency and related neurometabolic disorders.

Peripheral Whole Blood (3–5 mL in EDTA tube) 3–4 weeks (21–28 calendar days) 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["MT-TN gene sequence", "Heteroplasmic variant detection"]
Parameters
[{"name": "MT-TN Gene Sequence", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Heteroplasmy Level", "reference_range": "Reported as percentage"}]
Preparation
["No fasting required", "No medication adjustments required", "Bring prior neurological imaging reports, metabolic lab results, and a three-generation pedigree chart if available"]
Indications
["Suspected mitochondrial complex I deficiency", "Diagnosis of Leigh syndrome or related disorders", "Family history of mitochondrial disease", "Genetic counselling for reproductive planning"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 81286-7 ICD-10: E88.49
Clinical summary
This genetic test identifies pathogenic variants in the MT-TN gene, which are associated with mitochondrial complex I deficiency and related neurometabolic disorders.
TEST-4783
MT-TP Gene (MERRF Syndrome) Genetic Test

This genetic test detects pathogenic variants in the MT-TP gene, which encodes mitochondrial tRNA for proline, associated with MERRF syndrome.

EDTA Whole Blood (Peripheral Blood, 5 mL) 3–4 weeks from sample receipt 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the MT-TP gene", "Mitochondrial tRNA-proline sequence"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Do not stop anti-epileptic or mitochondrial therapy without consulting physician"]
Indications
["Suspected MERRF syndrome", "Family history of mitochondrial disorders", "Neurological symptoms consistent with MERRF"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 81247-9 ICD-10: E88.41
Clinical summary
This genetic test detects pathogenic variants in the MT-TP gene, which encodes mitochondrial tRNA for proline, associated with MERRF syndrome.
TEST-4133
MT-TQ Gene Myopathy Genetic Test

This test identifies pathogenic mutations in the mitochondrial MT-TQ gene associated with myopathy and neurological disorders.

Peripheral whole blood (two EDTA tubes, 5 mL each), extracted DNA, or FTA card 21–28 calendar days 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["MT-TQ gene sequence", "Pathogenic variants in MT-TQ"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Suspected mitochondrial myopathy", "Family history of mitochondrial disorders", "Neurological symptoms suggestive of MT-TQ mutation"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 85439-0 ICD-10: G71.3
Clinical summary
This test identifies pathogenic mutations in the mitochondrial MT-TQ gene associated with myopathy and neurological disorders.
TEST-4368
MT-TR Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathy Genetic Test (NGS)

This test identifies pathogenic variants in the MT-TR gene associated with mitochondrial encephalomyopathy.

Whole Blood (2–3 mL) 3 to 4 weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["MT-TR gene coding region", "Single nucleotide variants", "Insertions", "Deletions", "Copy number variations"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["None specified"]
Indications
["Suspected mitochondrial encephalomyopathy", "Family history of mitochondrial disorders", "Diagnosis of MELAS"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 101234-5 ICD-10: E88.4, Z13.79
Clinical summary
This test identifies pathogenic variants in the MT-TR gene associated with mitochondrial encephalomyopathy.
TEST-4984
MT-TS1 Genetic Test for MERRF/MELAS Overlap Syndrome

This test detects pathogenic variants in the MT-TS1 gene associated with MERRF/MELAS overlap syndrome.

Whole Blood (Peripheral) 3 to 4 Weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the MT-TS1 gene"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Do not discontinue prescribed medications without consulting your physician"]
Indications
["Suspected MERRF/MELAS overlap syndrome", "Family history of mitochondrial disorders", "Need for definitive molecular diagnosis"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 86247-0 ICD-10: G31.81, Z14.8, Z15.89
Clinical summary
This test detects pathogenic variants in the MT-TS1 gene associated with MERRF/MELAS overlap syndrome.
TEST-4980
MT‑TK Gene MERRF Syndrome (MT‑TK Related) Genetic Test

This test evaluates the MT-TK gene for pathogenic variants associated with Myoclonic Epilepsy with Ragged-Red Fibers (MERRF) syndrome.

Peripheral Whole Blood (EDTA) or FTA Card Finger-Prick 3–4 Weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the MT-TK gene", "Heteroplasmy levels (down to 5%)"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Mandatory pre-test genetic counseling session.", "Inform nurse if taking anticoagulants.", "No fasting required unless advised by doctor."]
Indications
["Suspected MERRF syndrome", "Family history of MERRF syndrome", "Risk assessment for family members"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 81304-1 ICD-10: G40.309, G40.3
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the MT-TK gene for pathogenic variants associated with Myoclonic Epilepsy with Ragged-Red Fibers (MERRF) syndrome.
TEST-4772
MT‑TL1 Gene MELAS Syndrome Genetic Test

This test provides a definitive molecular diagnosis for MELAS syndrome by sequencing the entire MT‑TL1 gene.

Peripheral Whole Blood (3‑5 mL in EDTA tube) or Dried Blood Spot (FTA card) 3-4 Weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["MT‑TL1 gene sequence", "Pathogenic variants (point mutations, insertions/deletions, copy number changes)"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Continue all prescribed medications unless instructed otherwise"]
Indications
["Suspected MELAS syndrome", "Family history of MELAS", "Neurological symptoms suggestive of mitochondrial disease"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 81247-7 ICD-10: G31.81, E88.49, Z14.8
Clinical summary
This test provides a definitive molecular diagnosis for MELAS syndrome by sequencing the entire MT‑TL1 gene.
TEST-4142
MT‑TM Gene‑Related Mitochondrial Myopathy NGS Test

This test sequences the entire MT‑TM gene to detect pathogenic variants associated with mitochondrial myopathy.

Peripheral whole blood, extracted DNA, or FTA card specimen 3–4 weeks from sample receipt 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the MT‑TM gene", "Coverage of coding and flanking regions"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Diagnosis of suspected mitochondrial myopathy", "Family screening for MT‑TM variants", "Genetic counselling"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 81313-5 ICD-10: G71.3
Clinical summary
This test sequences the entire MT‑TM gene to detect pathogenic variants associated with mitochondrial myopathy.
TEST-5399
MT‑TV Gene (Leigh Syndrome) Genetic Test

This test detects pathogenic variants in the MT-TV gene associated with Leigh Syndrome using Next-Generation Sequencing.

Whole Blood (EDTA), Buccal Swab, or Extracted DNA 14 – 21 Business Days 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the MT-TV gene", "SNVs, indels, and large deletions"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Suspected Leigh Syndrome", "Progressive neurological decline", "Family history suggesting mitochondrial disorder"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 101350-8 ICD-10: G31.81, E88.40
Clinical summary
This test detects pathogenic variants in the MT-TV gene associated with Leigh Syndrome using Next-Generation Sequencing.
TEST-6236
MTFMT Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 15 Genetic Test

This test identifies pathogenic variants in the MTFMT gene associated with combined oxidative phosphorylation deficiency type 15.

Peripheral Whole Blood or Extracted DNA 3-4 Weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the MTFMT gene"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific fasting required.", "Do not discontinue prescribed medications unless advised by your physician."]
Indications
["Diagnosis of combined oxidative phosphorylation deficiency type 15", "Carrier screening for at-risk family members"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 21636-6 ICD-10: E88.49
Clinical summary
This test identifies pathogenic variants in the MTFMT gene associated with combined oxidative phosphorylation deficiency type 15.
TEST-6253
NARS2 Gene Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 24 Genetic Test

This genetic test identifies mutations in the NARS2 gene associated with Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 24 (COXPD24).

Whole blood (EDTA, 3–5 mL), extracted DNA (>2 µg), or dried blood spot (FTA card) 3–4 weeks (urgent option: 14 days) 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["NARS2 gene sequence", "Pathogenic variants in NARS2"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Pre-test genetic counselling is mandatory"]
Indications
["Suspected mitochondrial cytopathy", "Multisystem failure", "Lactic acidosis", "Developmental regression", "Failure to thrive with neurological involvement"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 86211-9 ICD-10: E88.49, E88.8, Z15.89
Clinical summary
This genetic test identifies mutations in the NARS2 gene associated with Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 24 (COXPD24).
TEST-5024
NDUFA11 Gene Mitochondrial Complex I Deficiency Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Genetic Test

This test identifies pathogenic variants in the NDUFA11 gene associated with mitochondrial complex I deficiency.

Peripheral Whole Blood, Extracted DNA, or Dried Blood Spot (FTA Card) 3 to 4 Weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the NDUFA11 gene"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Inform phlebotomist of any medications"]
Indications
["Clinical suspicion of mitochondrial disease", "Unexplained neurological regression", "Lactic acidosis", "Multisystem involvement"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 94219-6 ICD-10: E88.49
Clinical summary
This test identifies pathogenic variants in the NDUFA11 gene associated with mitochondrial complex I deficiency.
TEST-5128
NDUFAF1 Gene Mitochondrial Complex I Deficiency Genetic Test

This test evaluates the NDUFAF1 gene for pathogenic variants associated with mitochondrial complex I deficiency.

Peripheral whole blood (or FTA card / extracted DNA) 3–4 Weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the NDUFAF1 gene", "Single-nucleotide variants", "Indels", "Copy number changes"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["A documented clinical history is required.", "A pedigree chart of affected family members is required.", "Genetic counselling session facilitated before sample collection."]
Indications
["Diagnosis of suspected mitochondrial complex I deficiency", "Family planning for individuals with a family history of the disorder"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 92931-7 ICD-10: E88.49
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the NDUFAF1 gene for pathogenic variants associated with mitochondrial complex I deficiency.

Category overview

Mitochondrial Disorders: overview

Complex, overlapping symptoms that dramatically worsen with illness or metabolic stress often trace back to hidden hereditary defects in cellular energy production, demanding rigorous molecular oversight. Integrated into our elite Genetics and Metabolic services, comprehensive testing for Mitochondrial Disorders maps the intricate genetic pathways governing your mitochondria to pinpoint exactly where energy production fails. Utilizing advanced genomic profiling, this expansive screening uncovers the biological root of systemic fatigue and organ dysfunction, safely guiding your healthcare provider in tailoring highly personalized supportive therapies, customized nutritional interventions, and proactive preventative care. Trusted for clinical excellence among top diagnostic labs in Dubai and the UAE, DNA Labs ensures strict patient confidentiality, uncompromising diagnostic precision, and remarkably fast reporting. Take an empowered step toward targeted wellness—book your mitochondrial disorders testing in UAE, arrange a secure clinical sample collection, or connect with our specialized medical experts today.

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