Test Price
2,800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
CIC Gene Intellectual Disability Nonsyndromic, CIC-Related Genetic Test in UAE | 2800 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO‑accredited NGS 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 interpretation support by Consultant Medical Genetics.
- Insurance: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731 – instant pre‑approval check.
- Legal Compliance: 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.
Test Overview & Methodology
This advanced Next‑Generation Sequencing (NGS) test screens the entire coding region of the CIC gene to detect pathogenic variants associated with nonsyndromic intellectual disability. It is a definitive, once‑in‑a‑lifetime molecular diagnosis that guides clinical management, therapeutic choices, and family planning.
| Feature | Our Test (CIC NGS) | Closest Alternative (Panel/Exome) |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | NGS (Next‑Generation Sequencing) | Whole‑exome sequencing / multi‑gene panel |
| Clinical Precision | Single‑gene resolution with deep coverage | Broader but shallower coverage; can miss CIC‑specific deep intronic variants |
| Turnaround Time | 3 – 4 weeks | 6 – 12 weeks (exome) |
| Diagnostic Yield | >95% for CIC‑related variants | ~30% for undifferentiated intellectual disability |
| Price in UAE | 2800 AED | 4,500 – 12,000 AED |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a Consultant Medical Genetics, I have seen how a precise molecular diagnosis can transform the care pathway for children with intellectual disability. The CIC gene test offers high specificity for a condition that can otherwise remain undiagnosed for years. However, genetic results are most powerful when integrated with a comprehensive clinical assessment, developmental history, and family pedigree. A negative result does not rule out other genetic causes, and any therapeutic decisions should always be made in consultation with your child’s multidisciplinary care team.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Medication Advisory
⚠️ Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication (e.g., antiepileptics, psychotropics) without consulting your doctor. This test does not supersede ongoing clinical management.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
🛡️ Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Active systemic infection or febrile illness at time of collection; inability to provide informed consent (or legal guardian consent for minors).
- Exclusion: Recent allogeneic blood transfusion within 3 weeks (whole blood sample).
- Red Flag: If the patient exhibits sudden loss of developmental milestones, acute seizure exacerbation, or severe behavioural regression, seek immediate emergency medical care; do not wait for genetic test results.
- Red Flag: Suspicion of metabolic crisis (vomiting, lethargy, hypoglycaemia) requires urgent metabolic workup, not standalone genetic testing.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the CIC gene and how is it linked to intellectual disability?
CIC gene mutations disrupt brain development, leading to nonsyndromic intellectual disability with cognitive and speech delays. The CIC gene encodes a transcriptional repressor critical for neuronal differentiation. Pathogenic variants cause a clinically recognisable form of intellectual disability without major physical anomalies, often accompanied by autistic features and learning difficulties.
2. How do I prepare for the test and what sample is required?
A simple blood draw, extracted DNA, or a single drop on an FTA card is all that is needed. Our VIP Mobile Phlebotomy service arrives with ISO‑certified cold‑chain equipment. Pre‑test genetic counselling is mandatory to draw a pedigree chart and review the patient’s clinical history. No fasting is required, but please inform us of any blood transfusions in the last three weeks.
3. When will I receive my results and what do they mean clinically?
Your detailed CIC gene report will be ready in 3–4 weeks with clear, actionable clinical interpretation. A positive result identifies a disease‑causing variant, confirming the diagnosis and allowing targeted early intervention. A negative result may warrant further exome or genome sequencing. Every report includes a telephonic consultation with our clinical team to explain the findings in plain language.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This test is performed under the regulatory oversight of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA Facility License No. 1143). All patient data is processed in full compliance 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. Clinical safety and patient consent protocols adhere to Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Genetic information is handled with the highest confidentiality and is never shared without explicit written consent.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | CIC Gene Intellectual Disability Nonsyndromic, CIC-Related Genetic Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3 – 4 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole blood (EDTA tube), extracted DNA, or FTA card blood spot |
| Methodology Used | Next‑Generation Sequencing (NGS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | F79 (Unspecified intellectual disability) |
| LOINC Code | 94048-7 (CIC gene targeted mutation analysis in Blood or Tissue by Sequencing) |
| DHA Facility License & Address | DHA Facility License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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