Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
AHNAK2 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder NGS Test – 2800 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Executive Summary
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Processing.
- Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection, available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM.
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary Pre- and Post-Test Genetic Counselling with Telephonic Clinical Guidance on result interpretation.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification & Pre-Authorization via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Clinical Oversight: Reviewed by Dr. Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh (Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403).
Test Overview & Methodology
This Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) panel analyzes the entire coding region of the AHNAK2 gene to identify pathogenic variants associated with autism spectrum disorder susceptibility. The test delivers clinically actionable insights for early intervention and family planning, processed entirely within our DHA-licensed, ISO 9001:2015 genomic facility in the UAE.
| Feature | Our AHNAK2 NGS Test | Closest Alternative (Whole Exome Sequencing) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Precision | 99.9% sensitivity for AHNAK2 variants | Variable; may miss deep intronic/splicing mutations |
| Methodology | Targeted NGS (Illumina® platform) with Sanger confirmation | Broad exome capture, lower coverage of specific loci |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks | 6–12 Weeks often |
| Clinical Report | ACMG-guided variant interpretation + genetic counselling session | Standard VCF file; interpretation may be separate |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“A positive AHNAK2 variant represents a susceptibility factor, not a definitive diagnosis. It must be integrated with comprehensive clinical evaluation, developmental history, and family genetics. I’m here to guide you through every result, ensuring clarity and emotional support.”
— Dr. Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
⚠️ Medication Advisory: Do not discontinue any prescribed medication or therapy without consulting your treating physician. Genetic test results inform, but do not replace, clinical management.
Patient Safety Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
- Exclusion: Active febrile illness, recent blood transfusion (<2 weeks), or chemotherapy within 4 weeks may affect sample integrity – reschedule collection.
- Exclusion: Patients under 18 must have legal guardian consent per UAE Federal Law No. 2 of 2019; unaccompanied minors cannot be tested without guardian.
- Red Flag: If the patient exhibits acute neurological deterioration, seizures, or self-harm risk, immediately seek emergency medical attention, not genetic testing.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. How accurate is the AHNAK2 NGS test for autism?
The test detects pathogenic AHNAK2 variants with >99.9% sensitivity, but a positive result indicates elevated susceptibility and must be interpreted alongside clinical ADOS-2 and DSM-5 assessments.
2. What does the home collection service include?
A DHA-licensed phlebotomist arrives within 60 minutes in a temperature‑controlled vehicle, collects whole blood in a PAXgene tube, and transports it at 2–8°C to our ISO‑certified lab for immediate processing.
3. Is this covered by my health insurance?
Coverage varies by policy; our team performs a pre‑authorization check via WhatsApp (+971 54 548 8731) with your insurer, ensuring direct billing wherever possible under UAE DHA mandatory genetic testing benefits.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Data Privacy: Per 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 genetic data is encrypted, stored securely, and never shared without explicit patient consent.
Medical Liability: Clinical testing and patient consent procedures comply with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Accreditation: ISO 9001:2015 Certificate No. INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139. DHA Facility License: 1143.
Address: Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | AHNAK2 Gene Autism Spectrum Disorder NGS Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (Peripheral) |
| Methodology Used | Targeted Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) with Sanger Confirmation |
| ICD-10-CM Code | F84.0 |
| LOINC Code | 81321-9 |
| DHA Facility License & Address | DHA License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | Corporate Lab: DNA Labs UAE |
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