Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
HSF4 Gene Cataract (Lamellar) Genetic Test in UAE | DHA Licensed | 2,800 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 15189 Accredited NGS Processing.
- Premium Logistics: Hospital-Grade Home Collection via ISO Certified Cold-Chain and VIP Mobile Phlebotomy (8 AM – 11 PM daily).
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Genetic Counselling by DHA‑licensed Consultant Medical Genetics.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
- Turnaround Time: 3–4 Weeks.
- Price: 2,800 AED (includes comprehensive clinical report).
Test Overview & Methodology
This next‑generation sequencing (NGS) test analyses the entire coding region and splice‑site boundaries of the HSF4 gene to confirm a molecular diagnosis of congenital lamellar cataract. Accurate genetic diagnosis guides surgical timing, prognostic counselling, and cascade screening of at‑risk family members. The assay achieves deep coverage (≥100×) with orthogonal variant confirmation by Sanger sequencing where required.
| Feature | Our HSF4 NGS Test | Standard Single‑Gene Sequencing |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | Full coding region, deep coverage (≥100×) | Limited exons, lower sensitivity |
| Method | NGS + Sanger confirmation | Sanger only |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks | 4–6 Weeks |
| Clinical Support | Post‑test genetic counselling & DHA‑compliant report | Report without specialist interpretation |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“Identifying a pathogenic HSF4 variant transforms clinical management: it confirms the congenital aetiology, informs surgical prognosis, and enables precise recurrence risk counselling for families. This test must be integrated with a comprehensive ophthalmic examination and pre‑test genetic counselling – it is never a standalone screening tool.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
⚠ Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.
Exclusion Criteria & Urgent Red Flags
- Do not collect sample during acute febrile illness or within 2 weeks of blood transfusion (may affect DNA yield).
- If the patient experiences sudden vision loss, severe eye pain, or leukocoria (white pupil reflex), seek immediate ophthalmic emergency care before pursuing elective genetic testing.
- Infants with associated systemic anomalies should have a paediatric evaluation prior to testing.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does HSF4 gene testing detect?
This test identifies pathogenic DNA variants in the HSF4 gene that cause congenital lamellar cataract, an inherited eye disease that can lead to early childhood blindness if untreated. The report classifies variants as pathogenic, likely pathogenic, or of uncertain significance, guiding surgical urgency and lifelong management.
2. How is the sample collected, and is home service available?
A small peripheral blood sample or painless buccal swab is collected by our VIP mobile phlebotomist using an ISO‑certified cold‑chain protocol, ensuring sample integrity and patient comfort. We offer hospital‑grade home collection across all UAE emirates from 8 AM to 11 PM daily, with results delivered securely via encrypted portal.
3. How long until I receive the results, and what is the cost?
The NGS analysis requires 3 to 4 weeks to deliver a comprehensive clinical report. The test is priced at 2,800 AED with direct insurance billing verification available via WhatsApp. Expedited reporting for urgent surgical planning can be arranged on request.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This genetic test is performed in full 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. All patient data are encrypted, stored within the UAE, and accessible only to authorised clinical personnel. Clinical safety and patient consent procedures adhere to Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. The laboratory holds current DHA facility license No. 1143 and operates under ISO 15189 standards.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | HSF4 Gene Cataract (Lamellar) Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral Blood or Buccal Swab – VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature‑Controlled Cold‑Chain Home Collection Available Daily from 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Methodology Used | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) with Sanger Confirmation |
| ICD‑10‑CM Code | Q12.0 (Congenital cataract) |
| LOINC Code | 94306-4 (HSF4 gene mutation analysis) |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License No. 1143 – Premiums 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE – DNA Labs UAE |
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