Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
LMNA Gene Dilated Cardiomyopathy with Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism Genetic Testing in UAE | 2800 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Diagnostic Accuracy: 99.9% analytical sensitivity via Next-Generation Sequencing with orthogonal Sanger confirmation, processed under ISO 9001:2015 accreditation.
- Sample Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily 8 AM to 11 PM, ensuring specimen integrity from bedside to laboratory.
- Clinical Follow-Up: Post-result telephonic interpretation session with a DHA-licensed medical geneticist at no additional cost.
- Insurance & Billing: Direct billing verification and pre-authorization support via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
- Price: 2,800 AED (all-inclusive, no hidden fees).
Test Overview & Methodology
This next-generation sequencing (NGS) panel interrogates the complete coding region and splice-site boundaries of the LMNA gene to detect pathogenic and likely pathogenic variants associated with dilated cardiomyopathy accompanied by hypergonadotropic hypogonadism. The test enables precise molecular diagnosis, informs family cascade screening, and guides individualized clinical surveillance and therapeutic strategies.
| Feature | Our Test (LMNA NGS) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | Full gene coverage, >99% analytical sensitivity | Targeted mutation panel; misses rare or novel variants |
| Methodology | NGS with Sanger confirmation of all clinically reported variants | Sanger sequencing only or limited genotyping arrays |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 weeks | 4–6 weeks (often fragmented workflow) |
| Accreditation | ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) | Variable; may lack UAE-specific ISO certification |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“In medical genetics, a positive LMNA variant must always be interpreted alongside cardiac imaging, endocrine workup, and detailed pedigree analysis. This test does not replace a full clinical evaluation, but a definitive molecular finding enables proactive screening and tailored intervention for at-risk family members. Genetic counselling before and after testing is essential.”
– Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Important Safety Advisory
Medication Continuity Requirement
Do not stop, alter, or adjust any prescribed cardiac or hormonal medication based on genetic results without explicit consultation with your treating physician. Genetic findings complement—not replace—ongoing pharmacological management and routine clinical follow-up.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
Clinical Contraindications and Urgent Symptoms
- Exclusion: Active bleeding diathesis, severe needle phobia requiring sedation—notify our team to arrange modified collection procedures or hospital-based phlebotomy if needed.
- Emergency Referral: Sudden chest pain, acute dyspnoea, syncope, or palpitations with haemodynamic instability—seek immediate emergency care and inform the genetics clinic afterward.
- Minor Consent: Genetic testing for individuals under 18 years requires valid parental or guardian consent in full compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What specific mutations does the LMNA gene test detect?
This NGS assay identifies single-nucleotide variants, small insertions and deletions, and splice-site alterations across all coding exons of LMNA. Clinically reported variants are classified according to ACMG/AMP guidelines and confirmed by Sanger sequencing before release.
2. Is home sample collection safe and how is specimen quality maintained?
Yes, our VIP Mobile Phlebotomy service follows ISO 9001:2015 cold-chain protocols. A trained phlebotomist collects peripheral whole blood at your home between 8 AM and 11 PM daily. The sample is transported under temperature-controlled conditions directly to our CAP-compliant laboratory in Dubai Healthcare City.
3. When will I receive my results and how are they interpreted?
Results are delivered within 3–4 weeks from sample receipt. A DHA-licensed consultant medical geneticist provides a complimentary telephonic interpretation session to explain the clinical significance of findings, discuss cascade testing options, and coordinate referral to cardiology or endocrinology specialists as indicated.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Legal and Compliance Framework
- Data Protection: All genetic and personal data are processed under Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL), ensuring strict confidentiality, lawful processing, and patient consent governance.
- Health Information Security: Our laboratory information management system complies with Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields, guaranteeing encrypted storage, controlled access, and audit trail integrity.
- Clinical Safety & Consent: Sample collection and genetic testing procedures adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability, covering informed consent, professional liability, and patient safety standards.
- DHA Licensing: All operations are conducted under DHA Facility License Number 1143, Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | LMNA Gene Dilated Cardiomyopathy with Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism Genetic Testing |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 |
| Turnaround Time | 3–4 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral whole blood (or saliva as alternative) |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) with Sanger confirmation |
| ICD-10-CM Code | I42.0, E29.1 |
| LOINC Code | 82939-0 |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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