Test Price
1,900 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Prenatal FISH Comprehensive Screening Panel 1 in UAE | 1900 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Executive Summary:
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing.
- Clinical Setting: Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility via ultrasound-guided amniocentesis; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- Fast Results: Results delivered within 4 working days from sample receipt.
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
Prenatal FISH (Fluorescence In-Situ Hybridization) is a rapid molecular cytogenetic test performed on amniotic fluid to detect numerical chromosome abnormalities—specifically, trisomies 13, 18, 21, and sex chromosome aneuploidies—providing expectant parents and clinicians with crucial information within 4 working days. This targeted approach delivers high diagnostic sensitivity exceeding 99% for the most common chromosomal aneuploidies, enabling timely clinical decisions and genetic counseling.
| Feature | Our Prenatal FISH Panel | Closest Alternative (Standard Karyotyping) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | FISH (Fluorescence In-Situ Hybridization) targeting specific chromosomes | G-banding karyotype – full genome analysis |
| Diagnostic Precision | >99% for trisomies 13,18,21 and sex chromosome aneuploidies | Detects all numeric and large structural aberrations, but lower resolution for microdeletions |
| Turnaround Time | 4 working days | 14–21 days |
| Sample Requirement | 10 mL amniotic fluid, transport at 18–22°C | Same volume, same conditions |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“Prenatal FISH provides a critical early window into fetal chromosomal health, enabling expectant families and their care teams to prepare and plan. While the test delivers high accuracy for the most common aneuploidies, all results must be correlated with comprehensive ultrasound findings and clinical history. A normal FISH result does not exclude all chromosomal or structural abnormalities, and confirmatory karyotyping or chromosomal microarray is strongly recommended. Genetic counseling is an essential component of the prenatal diagnostic pathway.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Advisory Notice & Precautions
⚠ Important Safety Information
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. This test is a screening and diagnostic aid; it does not replace comprehensive prenatal care or clinical judgment.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Pregnancy less than 15 weeks gestation.
- Active vaginal bleeding or known uterine infection.
- Severe abdominal pain, fever >38°C, or amniotic fluid leakage post-procedure – seek immediate medical attention.
- History of recurrent miscarriage without prior evaluation.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the Prenatal FISH test detect?
Prenatal FISH detects trisomy 21, 18, 13 and sex chromosome aneuploidies directly from amniotic fluid. It provides targeted, highly accurate results for the most common chromosomal abnormalities associated with Down syndrome, Edwards syndrome, Patau syndrome, and conditions related to X and Y chromosome number variations. The test sensitivity exceeds 99% for these specific aneuploidies.
2. How is the amniotic fluid sample collected and is the procedure safe?
Amniotic fluid is collected via ultrasound-guided amniocentesis performed after 15 weeks gestation by an experienced maternal-fetal medicine specialist. The procedure is minimally invasive with a very low risk of complications (less than 1 in 500 procedures) and is continuously monitored by ultrasound to ensure fetal and maternal safety throughout.
3. How quickly will I receive my FISH results?
Your Prenatal FISH results are available within 4 working days from the time the sample is received in our laboratory. This rapid turnaround enables timely clinical decision-making and significantly reduces the waiting anxiety commonly associated with traditional karyotyping, which may require 14–21 days.
4. Does a normal FISH result guarantee a healthy baby?
No. A normal FISH result only rules out the specific chromosome abnormalities tested. It does not exclude other chromosomal rearrangements, microdeletions, single-gene disorders, or structural birth defects. Confirmatory full karyotype or chromosomal microarray analysis is strongly recommended, and all results should be reviewed with a genetic counselor or maternal-fetal medicine specialist.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance Framework
This service operates in full compliance with UAE federal data protection and healthcare regulations. Patient data security adheres to 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 clinical procedures and patient consent protocols follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Laboratory operations are ISO 9001:2015 certified under certificate number INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139.
Your privacy is paramount: all genetic data is encrypted, access-restricted, and processed solely for diagnostic purposes in accordance with DHA regulatory guidelines.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Prenatal FISH Comprehensive Screening Panel 1 |
| Price (AED) | 1,900 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 4 Working Days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Amniotic Fluid (Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.) |
| Methodology Used | Fluorescence In-Situ Hybridization (FISH) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z36.84 (Encounter for prenatal screening for chromosomal anomalies) |
| LOINC Code | 82151-0 (FISH Aneuploidy Panel) |
| DHA Facility License & Address | DHA License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | Corporate Lab: DNA Labs UAE |
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