Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II (MPS II) IDS Gene Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
تحليل جين IDS لمتلازمة عديد السكاريد المخاطي النوع الثاني في الإمارات | 2800 درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity – ISO-Certified Accuracy
دقة تشخيصية 99.9% من خلال معالجة معتمدة بمعايير ISO 9001:2015
- Premium Logistics: Hospital-grade home collection (8 AM–11 PM) with ISO-certified cold chain transport. Dried blood spot (FTA card) option available.
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary pre-test genetic counselling session; post-test telephonic result interpretation by a DHA-licensed physician.
- Insurance: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
Overview
This next‑generation sequencing (NGS) test screens the entire IDS gene for pathogenic variants responsible for Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II (Hunter syndrome), an X‑linked lysosomal storage disorder. Designed for paediatric and adult patients with suggestive symptoms or a positive family history, the assay delivers a definitive molecular diagnosis with 99.9% analytical sensitivity.
| Feature | Our Test | Closest Alternative (Enzyme Assay) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | NGS (full IDS gene sequencing + MLPA backup for del/dup) | Iduronate-2-sulfatase enzyme activity (blood/fibroblasts) |
| Clinical Utility | Identifies specific pathogenic variant; carrier detection; enables prenatal/PGD | Biochemical confirmation only; cannot detect carriers |
| Turnaround Time | 3‑4 weeks | 2‑4 weeks |
| Sample Types | Whole blood, extracted DNA, or one drop on FTA card | Whole blood or cultured fibroblasts |
Specialist Clinical Perspective & Safety Protocol
“A positive IDS gene result confirms Hunter syndrome, but correlation with clinical and biochemical findings is essential – please do not make treatment decisions based on this test alone. I strongly recommend a detailed genetic counselling session before and after testing so families fully understand the X‑linked inheritance pattern and its implications. Our team is available to guide you through every step.”
— Dr. Prabhakar Reddy, DHA License: 61713011
⚠ Medication Warning
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication or enzyme replacement therapy without consulting your treating physician. This test does not replace clinical management.
Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags:
- Patients experiencing acute respiratory distress, severe neuropsychiatric deterioration, or suspected metabolic decompensation must seek emergency care immediately – this test is not for acute situations.
- Prenatal diagnosis via this test is only valid if the familial pathogenic variant has been previously identified in the family.
- Avoid sample collection if the patient has received a bone marrow transplant or gene therapy; maternal contamination may affect chorionic villus sampling.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
Q1: What does the IDS gene NGS test detect?
Snippet answer: This test sequences the entire IDS gene to pinpoint disease-causing variants responsible for Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II (Hunter syndrome), an X-linked recessive condition.
هذا الاختبار يكشف الطفرات الجينية في جين IDS المسببة لمتلازمة عديد السكاريد المخاطي النوع الثاني (هَنتر)، وهو مرض وراثي متنحٍ مرتبط بالصبغي X.
Q2: Why is genetic counselling required before this test?
Snippet answer: A pre‑test counselling session draws a detailed pedigree to assess inheritance risk and ensures you understand the implications for family members.
استشارة وراثية قبل الاختبار ترسم شجرة العائلة لتقييم خطر الوراثة وتفسير النتائج بشكل دقيق للأقارب.
Q3: Can I use a dried blood spot (FTA card) for the MPS II test?
Snippet answer: Yes, one drop of blood on an FTA card is accepted as a stable DNA source, eliminating the need for venipuncture.
نعم، يمكن استخدام قطرة دم واحدة على بطاقة FTA كعينة مستقرة للحمض النووي، مما يلغي الحاجة لسحب الدم الوريدي.
Leading Specialists Who Rely on This
General Physician
Initial clinical suspicion and referral of patients with coarse facies, hepatosplenomegaly, or recurrent hernias.
Primary Care Doctor
Family history screening, coordination of specialist referrals, and long‑term follow‑up.
Medical & PhD Researcher
Variant interpretation, phenotype‑genotype correlation, and contribution to international databases.
UAE Regulatory Compliance
- Federal Decree‑Law No. 41 of 2024, Art. 87 (Medical Advertising)
- CDS Law 2026 – Minors’ consent secured via legal guardian
- UAE PDPL – All genetic data handled under strict privacy protocols
Accreditation
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Certificate: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139
Facility License: 9834453
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