Test Price
2,800 AEDโ Home Collection Available
RARS2 Gene Pontocerebellar Hypoplasia Type 6 Genetic Test โ 2,800 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing.
- Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The RARS2 gene NGS test screens for pathogenic variants causing pontocerebellar hypoplasia type 6 (PCH6), a severe neurodevelopmental disorder. With DHA-licensed analysis, it provides definitive genetic confirmation for accurate clinical management and family counselling.
| Feature | Our Test (DHA-Approved) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | NGS (Full gene sequencing with >200ร coverage, Sanger confirmation) | Targeted Sanger sequencing of known hotspots only |
| Turnaround Time | 3โ4 weeks | 4โ6 weeks |
| Variant Detection | SNVs, indels, copy number variants | Limited to small mutations; large deletions missed |
Comparison for RARS2 gene analysis in a DHA-licensed facility.
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"Genetic confirmation of pontocerebellar hypoplasia type 6 provides families with a clear diagnosis, allowing targeted supportive care and recurrence risk assessment. However, results must be contextualized within the full clinical phenotype and interpreted in conjunction with a detailed family history. Our multidisciplinary team ensures you receive comprehensive post-test counselling."
โ Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics (DHA: 9294403)
Pre-Test Advisory
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Inform the genetic counsellor about all current treatments and supplements.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Red Flags
- Exclusion: Neonates under 4 weeks may require specialized collection; consult the lab in advance.
- Exclusion: Recent blood transfusion (within 2 weeks) can lead to donor DNA contamination.
- Emergency Red Flag: If the patient develops acute neurological deterioration (uncontrolled seizures, loss of consciousness, respiratory distress), seek immediate emergency care and postpone elective genetic testing.
- Pre-test requirement: A genetic counselling session to draw a pedigree chart of family members affected with RARS2โrelated pontocerebellar hypoplasia type 6 is mandatory.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the clinical utility of the RARS2 gene test?
This test identifies disease-causing mutations in the RARS2 gene, confirming a diagnosis of pontocerebellar hypoplasia type 6 and guiding prognosis, management, and genetic counselling.
2. How is the sample collected and what is the turnaround time?
A simple blood draw or buccal swab is collected by a certified phlebotomist at your home; results are typically ready in 3-4 weeks using high-coverage NGS.
3. Is this covered by insurance in the UAE?
We provide direct insurance billing verification; many UAE plans cover genetic testing for medically indicated neurological disorders under DHA guidelines.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This service strictly adheres to 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. Genetic counselling and informed consent are mandatory. Laboratory operations are performed under DHA license 1143 and accredited to ISO 9001:2015. For billing inquiries, contact WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | RARS2 Gene Pontocerebellar Hypoplasia Type 6 Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3โ4 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole blood (EDTA) or buccal swab |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) with Sanger confirmation |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Q04.3 |
| LOINC Code | 66837-0 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License No: 1143 | DNA Labs UAE, Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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