Test Price
2,800 AEDโ Home Collection Available
EDARADD Gene Ectodermal Dysplasia, Hypohidrotic, Autosomal Recessive Genetic Test in UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Certified 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 Guidance for result interpretation by DHA-licensed specialists.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
- Price: 2,800 AED โ comprehensive full-gene sequencing with variant interpretation.
- Turnaround Time: 3โ4 Weeks from sample receipt to final clinical report.
Test Overview & Methodology
This Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) assay analyzes the entire coding region and splice sites of the EDARADD gene to detect pathogenic variants causing autosomal recessive hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia (HED). It is the definitive molecular diagnostic tool for UAE families, offering comprehensive coverage of all exons, intronic boundaries, and copy number variants (CNVs) in a single workflow.
| Feature | Our EDARADD NGS Test | Closest Alternative (Single-Gene Sanger) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | NGS โ Full Gene Sequencing (Exons + Splice Sites + CNV Detection) | Sanger Sequencing (Exon-by-Exon) |
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | 99.9% with complete CNV/INDEL detection | ~90% (misses large deletions/duplications) |
| Turnaround Time | 3โ4 Weeks | 6โ8 Weeks (if multiple amplicons required) |
| Sample Type | Blood, Extracted DNA, or FTA Card (single drop) | Blood or Extracted DNA only |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403: โA positive EDARADD result is not merely a laboratory findingโit is a gateway to comprehensive multidisciplinary care. Early molecular confirmation enables proactive dermatological monitoring, thermoregulatory planning, and informed genetic counselling for families. This result must always be interpreted within the complete clinical picture including sweat gland function, dental development, and family pedigree analysis.โ
Medication & Management Advisory
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication or modify cooling and thermoregulation routines without consulting your physician. This genetic test is designed for diagnostic confirmation and should never replace ongoing clinical management or emergency care protocols.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Inability to provide informed consent from patient or legal guardian; known interfering somatic mosaicism in the tissue sampled; unavailability of clinical history or pedigree chart.
- Emergency Red Flags: If the patient develops hyperthermia (>39ยฐC) due to anhidrosis, immediate emergency care is required. Unexplained fever spikes in infants during hot weather may indicate undiagnosed HED and warrant urgent evaluation.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What sample types are accepted for the EDARADD NGS test?
Answer: A single drop of blood on an FTA card, whole blood in EDTA, or previously extracted DNA is sufficient. The FTA card option is ideal for neonates and remote home collection via our VIP mobile phlebotomy service.
2. How soon after sample collection will I receive the results?
Answer: EDARADD NGS results are typically released within 3 to 4 weeks due to the comprehensive sequencing workflow and rigorous variant interpretation pipeline.
3. Is genetic counselling mandatory before ordering this test in the UAE?
Answer: UAE regulations under 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 mandate pre-test genetic counselling and a signed pedigree chart for all autosomal recessive disorder testing. Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability further governs patient consent and clinical safety standards.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Data Protection & Health Information Governance: All genetic data processing complies 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 genomic information is encrypted, access-controlled, and processed exclusively within UAE-based secure servers. Clinical safety and patient consent protocols follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
DHA Oversight: This test is offered under DHA Facility License Number 1143, with all laboratory procedures audited against international quality standards and local regulatory frameworks.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | EDARADD Gene Sequencing โ Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia, Autosomal Recessive |
| Price (AED) | 2,800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3โ4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (EDTA), FTA Card, or Extracted DNA โ VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) โ Full Gene Coverage Including Exons, Splice Sites, and CNV Detection |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Q82.4 (Ectodermal dysplasia, anhidrotic) |
| LOINC Code | 101174-7 (EDARADD gene targeted mutation analysis in Blood or Tissue by Molecular genetics method) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE โ DNA Labs UAE |
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