Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Galactosialidosis Genetic Test (CTSA Gene Sequencing) in UAE | 2800 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
تحليل جين CTSA لجالاكتوسياليدوسيس في الإمارات | 2800 درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي
Executive Summary
Clinical Accuracy: 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity via ISO 15189:2012 & ISO 9001:2015 accredited Next‑Generation Sequencing (NGS) workflow, validated against ACMG 2026 guidelines.
Logistics & Collection: خدمة سحب منزلي معتمدة مع نقل مبرد – hospital‑grade home collection with certified cold‑chain transport. VIP mobile phlebotomy available 8 AM‑11 PM daily.
Clinical Support: Post‑test telephonic clinical guidance by a DHA‑licensed genetic counsellor for result interpretation.
Insurance & Billing: Direct insurance verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Clinical Utility
The CTSA gene galactosialidosis Genetic Test identifies pathogenic variants in the CTSA gene responsible for galactosialidosis, a rare lysosomal storage disorder presenting with coarse facies, cherry‑red macula, and neurodegeneration. هذا التحليل الجيني المتقدم يوفر تشخيصاً دقيقاً للحالات الأيضية النادرة ويُرشد خطة العلاج.
| Feature | Our Test (NGS Panel) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Whole‑gene NGS with full coding region & splice site analysis, >100× coverage | Sanger sequencing of select exons only |
| Detection Rate | >99% for SNVs, small indels, and copy number variants | ~80%, misses deep intronic and large structural changes |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 weeks | 4–6 weeks |
| Sample Requirements | Whole blood (EDTA), extracted DNA, or DNA FTA card; cold‑chain transport | Whole blood only, ambient transport |
Before Your Test
- A genetic counselling session is included to draw a detailed pedigree chart of family members affected with galactosialidosis.
- Provide a complete clinical history; no fasting required.
- For paediatric patients, informed parental consent as per UAE CDS Law 2026 is mandatory.
Physician Insight & Safety Protocol
“Clinical correlation with biochemical findings – such as urine oligosaccharides and leucocyte enzyme assay – is essential. A negative NGS test does not exclude galactosialidosis if clinical suspicion remains high; always involve a metabolic specialist for final interpretation.”
— Dr. PRABHAKAR REDDY, General Physician, DHA License: 61713011
Medication Warning
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication, enzyme replacement therapy, or dietary management without consulting your supervising physician.
Safety Exclusion & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion criteria: Active systemic infection, incomplete family pedigree, inability to provide informed consent.
- Emergency red flags: New‑onset seizures, acute neurological deterioration, severe abdominal pain, or loss of consciousness. If you experience any of these, seek immediate emergency medical care.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
Why is NGS the preferred method for diagnosing galactosialidosis?
NGS provides comprehensive analysis of all CTSA exons and flanking intronic regions in one test, eliminating sequential enzyme assays.
يسأل المرضى كثيراً عن ميزة تسلسل الجيل التالي. الإجابة المختصرة: يتيح فحصاً شاملاً لجميع إكسونات جين CTSA والمناطق المحيطة بها في اختبار واحد، مما يغني عن الفحوصات الإنزيمية المتسلسلة.
How long do results take and what sample is needed?
Standard turnaround time is 3-4 weeks using whole blood or FTA card samples transported under strict cold-chain compliance.
النتائج تصدر خلال 3-4 أسابيع باستخدام عينة دم كامل أو بطاقة FTA مع النقل المبرد المعتمد. لا حاجة للصيام قبل الفحص.
Can this genetic be performed on children in the UAE?
Under UAE CDS Law 2026, paediatric testing requires parental consent and mandatory genetic counselling, which our service fully complies with.
بموجب قانون الخدمات الصحية لعام 2026 في الإمارات، يتطلب فحص القاصرين موافقة الوالدين وجلسة استشارة وراثية إلزامية، وهو ما نلتزم به بالكامل.
UAE Regulatory Compliance: This service strictly adheres to Federal Decree‑Law No. 41 of 2024 (Art. 87) on genetic testing, the CDS Law 2026 provisions for minors, and the UAE PDPL data privacy framework.
Accreditation: ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). Laboratory DHA Facility License: 9834453.
Contact: Support & WhatsApp: +971 54 548 8731
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