Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
COQ2 Gene Coenzyme Q10 Deficiency Type 1 Genetic Test in UAE | 2,800 AED | DNA Labs UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- ✅99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity – delivered by ISO 9001:2015 accredited NGS laboratory.
- 🚑VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection – available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM.
- 📞Post-Test Clinical Guidance – teleconsultation with DHA-licensed medical geneticist or genetic counselor.
- 💳Direct Insurance Billing – verify coverage via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
- 🏥DHA Licensed Facility #1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE.
Test Overview & Methodology
This next‑generation sequencing test decodes the COQ2 gene to identify pathogenic variants responsible for primary coenzyme Q10 deficiency type 1, a severe mitochondrial disorder that often presents with infantile encephalopathy, ataxia, and multiorgan involvement. The test covers all exons, flanking intronic regions, and copy‑number variations.
| Feature | Our Test (NGS) | Alternative (Sanger Sequencing) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Whole‑gene NGS with deletion/duplication analysis | Targeted Sanger – limited exonic coverage |
| Detection Rate | >99.9% (including deep intronic variants) | ~95% for known hotspot mutations |
| Turnaround Time | 3‑4 Weeks | 4‑6 Weeks |
| Regulatory Compliance | ISO 9001:2015, UAE PDPL, Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 | Varies by provider |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a Consultant Medical Genetics, I recognize the profound relief a definitive genetic diagnosis can bring—yet I firmly remind families that a COQ2 result is only one piece of the clinical puzzle. Always correlate the molecular finding with the patient’s neurological examination, brain imaging, and metabolic profile before initiating high‑dose CoQ10 therapy.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
⚠️ Advisory: Medication & Clinical Considerations
Do not discontinue or adjust any prescribed medication (including anti‑epileptics, immunosuppressants, or supplemental CoQ10) without direct consultation with your treating physician. Always correlate genetic findings with full clinical assessment.
⛔ Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Informed Consent: Testing minors without clinical indication is prohibited under Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability; a pediatric neurologist or clinical geneticist must authorize the test. Surrogate consent must comply with the same law.
- Sample Collection Exclusion: Patients with active, unresolved infections or those unable to tolerate venipuncture must postpone the test.
- Emergency Red Flags: If the patient develops sudden altered consciousness, intractable seizures, stroke‑like episodes, or acute respiratory failure, call 998 for ambulance or proceed to the nearest DHA‑licensed emergency department immediately.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What exactly does the COQ2 gene test detect?
This test identifies pathogenic mutations in the COQ2 gene that cause coenzyme Q10 deficiency type 1, enabling early, life‑saving high‑dose CoQ10 supplementation. The NGS platform sequences all exons, flanking intronic regions, and copy‑number variations, providing a comprehensive result.
2. How is the sample collected, and does it require fasting?
A DHA‑licensed phlebotomist collects 3–5 mL of venous blood or a few drops on an FTA card at your home, without any fasting requirement. The sample is immediately placed in ISO‑certified cold‑chain transport and processed within 24 hours to guarantee DNA integrity.
3. Is this genetic test covered by UAE health insurance?
We provide direct billing to most UAE insurers; simply WhatsApp your policy details to +971 54 548 8731 for instant pre‑approval verification. Our team handles all documentation, and you will be informed of any co‑payment prior to the collection.
4. What is the turnaround time for results?
Results are reported within 3–4 weeks from sample receipt. A detailed clinical report including variant classification, clinical significance, and recommendations is provided.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
All genetic testing and data handling comply 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. Your genomic data is encrypted, stored securely, and never shared without explicit consent. DNA Labs UAE is a DHA‑licensed facility under license number 1143.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | COQ2 Gene Coenzyme Q10 Deficiency Type 1 Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral Whole Blood (3–5 mL venous blood or FTA card) |
| Methodology Used | Next‑Generation Sequencing (NGS) with deletion/duplication analysis |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E88.1 |
| LOINC Code | 97943-6 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address Invariants | DHA License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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