Test Price
2,800 AEDโ Home Collection Available
KCTD17 Gene DYT26 Myoclonic Dystonia Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED | Clinical Diagnostics
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Executive Summary
Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM).
Clinical Guidance: Complimentary Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance to interpret results within your clinical context.
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Test Overview & Methodology
The KCTD17 gene encodes a potassium channel tetramerization domain-containing protein; mutations cause autosomal dominant myoclonic dystonia (DYT26) characterized by lightning-like myoclonus and cervical dystonia. This NGS-based genetic test sequences all coding exons and splice junctions to detect pathogenic variants, enabling definitive molecular diagnosis and tailored management.
| Parameter | Our Test (NGS) | Closest Alternative (Sanger Sequencing) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | >99.9% sensitivity for all variant types, including deep intronic | >99% for targeted exons; may miss rare large deletions |
| Method | Next Generation Sequencing (Illumina platform) with CNV analysis | Bidirectional Sanger sequencing of coding regions only |
| Speed (TAT) | 3โ4 weeks | 4โ6 weeks |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
โGenetic diagnosis of myoclonic dystonia requires careful correlation with clinical phenotype and family history. The KCTD17 test provides definitive molecular confirmation, but results must be interpreted by a medical geneticist. Pre-test and post-test genetic counseling are essential.โ โ Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403.
Advisory: Medication Warning
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. This test is for diagnostic purposes only and should not replace ongoing clinical care.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Individuals unable to provide informed consent or with unconfirmed clinical indication.
- Exclusion (Minors): Genetic testing in minors requires explicit parental consent in line with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability; an ethics consultation may be mandated.
- Exclusion: Inability to provide a viable blood or DNA sample after two attempts.
- ER Red Flags: Sudden onset of severe dystonic storm, status dystonicus, respiratory compromise, or myoclonus with loss of consciousness โ seek immediate emergency care. For neurological emergencies, call 998 or proceed to the nearest ER.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the KCTD17 gene test and who needs it?
Snippet: KCTD17 gene test diagnoses hereditary myoclonic dystonia DYT26 by sequencing the entire coding region via NGS. It is indicated for patients with unexplained myoclonus and dystonia, at-risk family members, and for prenatal diagnosis when a known familial mutation exists. A pre-test genetic counseling session is mandatory.
2. How is the sample collected and is it painful?
Snippet: Home blood draw via cold-chain phlebotomy or a simple finger-prick DNA FTA card ensures non-invasive sample collection. Our trained phlebotomists use pediatric-friendly techniques; the procedure is similar to a routine blood test and causes minimal discomfort.
3. How long until I receive results and will someone explain them?
Snippet: Results are delivered in 3โ4 weeks with complimentary post-test telephone clinical guidance by a genetic counselor or neurologist. We provide a detailed report of any pathogenic variant, its clinical significance, and recommended follow-up. For Arabic-speaking patients, a bilingual report summary is available.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance & Data Protection
All genetic testing services 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. Patient data is stored securely with encryption and access controls. This test is performed under the DHA facility license number 1143, ensuring adherence to local healthcare regulations.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | KCTD17 Gene DYT26 Myoclonic Dystonia Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 |
| Turnaround Time | 3โ4 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral Whole Blood (3โ5 mL in EDTA tube) or DNA FTA Card |
| Methodology Used | Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) including CNV analysis |
| ICD-10-CM Code | G24.1 (Myoclonic dystonia) |
| LOINC Code | 51958-3 |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License No: 1143, Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | Corporate Lab Branding: DNA Labs UAE |
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