Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
ARX Gene Lissencephaly (X-linked Type 2) NGS Test in the UAE | 2,800 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
✓ 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 certified NGS laboratory.
✓ Hospital-Grade Home Collection with ISO-certified cold-chain transport, VIP mobile phlebotomy.
✓ Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance by certified genetic counselors.
✓ Direct Insurance Billing verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This next-generation sequencing (NGS) test thoroughly examines the ARX gene for pathogenic variants linked to X-linked lissencephaly type 2 and syndromic brain malformations. The full coding region and exon-intron boundaries are analyzed to detect all clinically relevant mutations with high precision.
| Feature | Our NGS Test | Standard Sanger Sequencing |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Next-Generation Sequencing (Full ARX Gene, all exons) | Sanger Sequencing (targeted exons only) |
| Variant Detection | All nucleotide substitutions, small indels, and copy number variations | Limited to known point mutations/hotspots |
| Turnaround Time | 3 to 4 Weeks | 4 to 6 Weeks |
| Price | 2,800 AED | Typically >4,500 AED |
| ACMG Interpretation | Included (5‑tier classification) | Often absent or extra cost |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh (Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA: 9294403)
“I understand the emotional weight of pursuing genetic testing for your child’s neurodevelopment. This NGS test identifies ARX mutations with high precision, but results must always be interpreted in the context of detailed clinical evaluation and family history by a pediatric neurologist or clinical geneticist. A negative finding does not rule out other genetic or environmental causes—please continue all recommended developmental therapies and specialist follow-ups.”
⚠️ Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue any prescribed antiepileptic or neurodevelopmental medication without direct approval from your treating physician. This genetic test does not replace ongoing clinical management or emergency care.
Safety & Exclusion Criteria
- Emergency Red Flag: If the patient experiences acute seizures, breathing difficulty, or loss of consciousness, proceed immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department; this genetic test is not for emergent diagnosis.
- Guardian consent is mandatory for all minors (<18 years) as per UAE Federal Law. The legal guardian must sign informed consent after pre-test genetic counseling.
- Recent blood transfusion (<2 weeks) or bone marrow transplant may compromise germline DNA analysis; please inform the clinical team before sample collection.
- A clinical referral from a pediatrician, neonatologist, or genetic counselor is required; the test is performed after a pre-test genetic counselling session that includes pedigree charting.
- Patient must be clinically stable for home phlebotomy; otherwise, collection will be arranged in a supervised medical setting.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the ARX gene lissencephaly test and who should consider it?
A: The ARX Gene Lissencephaly (X-linked type 2) NGS test is a comprehensive genetic analysis that detects mutations in the ARX gene, recommended for male infants with lissencephaly, infantile spasms, or developmental delay confirmed by brain MRI. The test provides definitive molecular diagnosis to guide treatment and family planning.
2. How is the sample collected and what is the turnaround time?
A: A small peripheral whole blood sample or dried blood spot on FTA card is collected via VIP mobile phlebotomy with temperature-controlled cold-chain transport directly to our ISO 9001:2015 certified laboratory. Results are reported within 3 to 4 weeks from sample receipt, with telephonic disclosure by a genetic counselor.
3. Is this test covered by insurance in the UAE?
A: Most UAE insurance plans cover genetic testing for medically indicated cases with a referral. We provide direct billing verification and preauthorization support via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731. Out-of-pocket price is 2,800 AED inclusive of all laboratory, counseling, and courier charges.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
- Facility License: DHA Number 1143
- Quality Management: ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139)
- Full compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) for encrypted storage, processing, and transmission of all patient genetic data.
- Strict adherence to Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields governing electronic health records and telemedicine.
- Clinical safety and informed consent processes follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | ARX Gene Lissencephaly (X-linked Type 2) NGS Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3 to 4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral Whole Blood or Dried Blood Spot (FTA Card). VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM. |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) – Full gene coding regions and exon-intron boundaries |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Q04.3 |
| LOINC Code | 94243-9 |
| 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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