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Prenatal Screening tests in Dubai & UAE

Compare available Prenatal Screening tests, their listed prices and the information provided for each option. Test selection and preparation should be discussed with your clinician.

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12

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480.00–2,400.00 AED

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Prenatal Screening test prices

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Prenatal Screening diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description Specimen Typical duration Price Options
TEST-102
Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) Amniotic Fluid Test

This diagnostic test evaluates amniotic fluid for abnormal Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) enzyme isoform patterns, indicating the presence of open neural tube defects.

Amniotic Fluid 14–21 days 1,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) enzyme isoform patterns"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Disclose all current medications, supplements, and history of bleeding disorders to clinician", "Completed consent form (Form 35) required"]
Indications
["Pregnancies between 13 and 24 weeks gestation", "Clinical suspicion of open neural tube defect", "Elevated maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein", "Abnormal ultrasound findings"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 24468-2 ICD-10: Q05, Q01, Q00
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates amniotic fluid for abnormal Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) enzyme isoform patterns, indicating the presence of open neural tube defects.
TEST-1632
Double Marker Test

This test evaluates the risk of Trisomy 21 and Trisomy 18 by measuring specific biomarkers in maternal serum during the first trimester.

Serum (Peripheral Blood) 2–3 days 480.00 AED
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What it measures
["Free Ξ²-human chorionic gonadotropin (Ξ²-hCG)", "Pregnancy-associated plasma protein-A (PAPP-A)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Free Ξ²-hCG", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "PAPP-A", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["No fasting is required.", "Adequate hydration is recommended."]
Indications
["First-trimester prenatal screening for Trisomy 21 and Trisomy 18", "Risk assessment based on maternal age"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 45756-8 ICD-10: Z36.1
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the risk of Trisomy 21 and Trisomy 18 by measuring specific biomarkers in maternal serum during the first trimester.
TEST-1264
FMF First Trimester Screening Test

This non-invasive prenatal test evaluates the risk of common chromosomal abnormalities using biochemical markers and ultrasound findings.

Maternal Serum (SST Tube) + Ultrasound NT Data Same-day report once ultrasound data is submitted 550.00 AED
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What it measures
["Maternal serum free Ξ²-hCG", "Maternal serum PAPP-A", "Nuchal Translucency (NT) via ultrasound", "Crown-Rump Length (CRL) via ultrasound", "Nasal Bone assessment via ultrasound"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Free Ξ²-hCG", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "PAPP-A", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Nuchal Translucency (NT)", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Crown-Rump Length (CRL)", "reference_range": "45–84 mm"}, {"name": "Nasal Bone", "reference_range": "Presence/Absence"}]
Preparation
["Fasting is not required", "Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your referring physician"]
Indications
["Pregnancy between 11 weeks and 13 weeks 6 days gestation", "Risk assessment for Trisomy 21, 18, and 13"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 49091-2 ICD-10: Z36.0, Z13.71, Z36.89
Clinical summary
This non-invasive prenatal test evaluates the risk of common chromosomal abnormalities using biochemical markers and ultrasound findings.
TEST-2479
Maternal Serum Screen 2 with Reflex to Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) for Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) Test

This test evaluates the risk of fetal Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome) using maternal serum markers and cell-free fetal DNA.

Maternal peripheral blood (serum for immunoassay, whole blood for cfDNA extraction) 1–2 business days for serum markers; if reflex triggered, NIPT result within 5–7 business days 550.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pregnancy-associated plasma protein-A (PAPP-A)", "Free beta-human chorionic gonadotropin (free Ξ²-hCG)", "Cell-free fetal DNA (cfDNA)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "PAPP-A", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Free Ξ²-hCG", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Trisomy 21 cfDNA", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
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Indications
["Pregnant women between 10 and 13 weeks gestation", "Risk assessment for fetal Trisomy 21"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 50826-8 ICD-10: Z36.81
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the risk of fetal Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome) using maternal serum markers and cell-free fetal DNA.
TEST-2489
Maternal Serum Screen 4 (Quadruple Test)

This test evaluates the risk of fetal chromosomal abnormalities (Trisomy 21, Trisomy 18) and open neural tube defects using four maternal serum markers.

Peripheral whole blood (serum/plasma) Same day (results typically available within 24 hours) 850.00 AED
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What it measures
["Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP)", "Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)", "Unconjugated estriol (uE3)", "Inhibin A"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP)", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Unconjugated estriol (uE3)", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Inhibin A", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Inform the lab about gestational age, maternal weight, diabetic status, and IVF history"]
Indications
["Second-trimester prenatal screening", "Risk assessment for Down syndrome (Trisomy 21)", "Risk assessment for Trisomy 18", "Risk assessment for open neural tube defects"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 60514-5 ICD-10: Z36.0
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the risk of fetal chromosomal abnormalities (Trisomy 21, Trisomy 18) and open neural tube defects using four maternal serum markers.
TEST-456
NIPT Advanced 23-Chromosome Panel Test

This test evaluates cell-free fetal DNA in maternal blood to screen for common chromosomal aneuploidies.

Peripheral whole blood (maternal plasma) 5–7 business days 2,400.00 AED
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What it measures
["Cell-free fetal DNA (cfDNA)", "Trisomy 21", "Trisomy 18", "Trisomy 13", "Autosomal aneuploidies", "Sex aneuploidies"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required"]
Indications
["Screening for common fetal aneuploidies", "Singleton pregnancies from 10 weeks gestation"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 82106-5 ICD-10: Z13.89
Clinical summary
This test evaluates cell-free fetal DNA in maternal blood to screen for common chromosomal aneuploidies.
TEST-1298
NIPT Microdeletion Screening Test

This test screens for common fetal microdeletion syndromes using cell-free fetal DNA from maternal blood.

Peripheral whole blood (maternal venous blood) 8–10 working days 2,400.00 AED
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What it measures
["Cell-free fetal DNA (cffDNA)", "Microdeletion syndromes (22q11.2, 1p36, Cri-du-Chat, Prader-Willi/Angelman, Wolf-Hirschhorn)"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "No medication changes needed"]
Indications
["Singleton pregnancies β‰₯10 weeks gestation", "Screening for specific microdeletion syndromes"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 82659-0 ICD-10: Z36.2
Clinical summary
This test screens for common fetal microdeletion syndromes using cell-free fetal DNA from maternal blood.
TEST-515
Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT) for Twins

This test screens for common fetal chromosomal abnormalities (trisomy 21, 18, 13) in twin pregnancies using cell-free DNA from maternal blood.

Peripheral Whole Blood (Maternal) 8–10 Working Days 2,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["Cell-free fetal DNA (cffDNA)", "Fetal fraction per fetus"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor"]
Indications
["Twin pregnancy", "Screening for common fetal chromosomal abnormalities"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 77649-1 ICD-10: Z36.2
Clinical summary
This test screens for common fetal chromosomal abnormalities (trisomy 21, 18, 13) in twin pregnancies using cell-free DNA from maternal blood.
TEST-1197
Prenatal Diagnostic Screening by Karyotyping + FISH Test

This test provides a definitive analysis of fetal chromosomes to detect aneuploidies and structural abnormalities.

Amniotic fluid or Chorionic Villus Sample (CVS) 15–20 days (preliminary FISH results in 2–3 days) 1,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Chromosomal number (aneuploidy)", "Chromosomal structure", "Specific chromosomes 13, 18, 21, X, Y"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Full disclosure of medical history, including bleeding disorders or allergies.", "Patients are advised not to discontinue prescribed medication without consulting their doctor."]
Indications
["High-risk pregnancies", "Abnormal ultrasound findings", "Positive maternal serum screening"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 47230-4 ICD-10: O35.1
Clinical summary
This test provides a definitive analysis of fetal chromosomes to detect aneuploidies and structural abnormalities.
TEST-1107
Prenatal Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Screening Test

This test detects deletions, duplications, and point mutations in the SMN1 gene from invasive prenatal specimens using MLPA.

Amniotic Fluid, Chorionic Villi, or Cord Blood 7–10 working days 1,500.00 AED
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What it measures
["SMN1 gene deletions", "SMN1 gene duplications", "SMN1 gene point mutations", "SMN1 copy-number variants"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Family history of spinal muscular atrophy", "Known carrier status for both parents", "Previous children affected by SMA"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 53773-6 ICD-10: Z13.79
Clinical summary
This test detects deletions, duplications, and point mutations in the SMN1 gene from invasive prenatal specimens using MLPA.
TEST-1177
Quadruple Marker Test

This test evaluates maternal serum levels of four specific markers to assess the risk of fetal chromosomal abnormalities and neural tube defects.

Maternal Serum 3–4 Days 600.00 AED
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What it measures
["Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP)", "Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)", "Unconjugated estriol (uE3)", "Inhibin A"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP)", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Unconjugated estriol (uE3)", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Inhibin A", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
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Indications
["Second-trimester prenatal screening for chromosomal abnormalities (Trisomy 21, Trisomy 18)", "Screening for neural tube defects"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 49586-2 ICD-10: Z36.0, O28.5
Clinical summary
This test evaluates maternal serum levels of four specific markers to assess the risk of fetal chromosomal abnormalities and neural tube defects.
TEST-1176
Quantitative Fluorescence PCR (QF‑PCR) Panel for Chromosomes 13, 18, 21, and XY Test

This diagnostic test rapidly evaluates amniotic fluid, chorionic villi, or cord blood for common aneuploidies involving chromosomes 13, 18, 21, and the XY sex chromosomes.

Amniotic Fluid, Chorionic Villi, or Cord Blood 1 – 2 Business Days 800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Presence of extra chromosomes 13, 18, 21", "Sex chromosome abnormalities (XY)"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific patient preparation required.", "Do not discontinue prescribed pregnancy medications without consulting the physician."]
Indications
["High-risk pregnancies", "Advanced maternal age", "Abnormal prenatal screening results", "Family history of chromosomal abnormalities"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 82134-2 ICD-10: Z36.0
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test rapidly evaluates amniotic fluid, chorionic villi, or cord blood for common aneuploidies involving chromosomes 13, 18, 21, and the XY sex chromosomes.

Category overview

Prenatal Screening: overview

Protecting your growing baby starts with proactive care, and securing early, accurate insights brings unparalleled peace of mind to expectant parents. Integrated within our advanced Biochemistry services, comprehensive Prenatal Screening evaluates vital biochemical and genetic markers during your pregnancy. Utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic technology, this preventative prenatal testing helps identify potential developmental risks, offering the definitive clarity needed to safely guide tailored maternal medical care. Trusted by families and physicians across the top diagnostic labs in Dubai and the UAE, DNA Labs guarantees strict patient confidentiality, uncompromising diagnostic accuracy, and highly efficient turnaround times. Safeguard your family's future todayβ€”book your prenatal screening testing in UAE, coordinate a secure home sample collection, or connect with our specialized maternal health experts.

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