Test Price
2,200 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Thalassemia Alpha Trio Prenatal Mutation Detection Test in Dubai | 2200 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 accredited processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
- Premium Logistics: Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary telephonic post-test clinical guidance with a DHA-licensed specialist to interpret your results.
- Insurance: Direct billing verification by sending a WhatsApp message to +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Thalassemia Alpha Trio Prenatal Mutation Detection Test identifies inherited alpha-thalassemia mutations in the fetus using DNA from both parents and amniotic fluid. The state-of-the-art PCR combined with MLPA (Multiplex Ligation-dependent Probe Amplification) methodology delivers definitive genotyping with a turnaround time of 5 working days, enabling informed prenatal decisions under DHA guidelines.
| Feature | Our Alpha Trio Test | Closest Alternative (Standard PCR-only) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | PCR + MLPA (Multiplex Ligation-dependent Probe Amplification) | PCR only |
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | 99.9% | ~85% |
| Turnaround Time | 5 Working Days | 7–10 Working Days |
| Price | 2200 AED | 1800–2500 AED |
| Regulatory Compliance | ISO 9001:2015 + DHA/MOHAP | Variable |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a clinical geneticist, I consider this trio-based prenatal analysis the gold standard for alpha-thalassemia risk assessment. By concurrently evaluating parental carriers and fetal genotype, we achieve definitive diagnostic clarity that single-gene panels cannot match. Results must always be contextualized with fetal ultrasonography and parental hematological parameters before clinical decisions are made.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Important Medication Advisory
Never adjust or stop prenatal medications without consulting your obstetrician. Continued adherence to prescribed therapy is critical for maternal and fetal well-being throughout the testing period.
Patient Safety Exclusion & Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria: Active vaginal bleeding, cervical incompetence, known multiple gestation >2, or inability to provide adequate amniotic fluid sample (≥10 mL) without risk.
- ER Red Flags: Severe abdominal pain, heavy vaginal bleeding, fever ≥38°C, or rupture of membranes after sample collection. Seek immediate emergency care.
- Consent: Mandatory signed Form 18 (Prenatal Genetic Testing Consent) and Form 20 (Genomics Clinical Information Requisition) as per UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Genetic data protected under Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL).
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the Thalassemia Alpha Trio Prenatal test detect?
This test directly analyzes DNA from both parents and fetal cells to identify alpha-thalassemia deletions and mutations with 99.9% sensitivity. It covers the seven most common alpha-globin gene mutations including --SEA, -α3.7, and -α4.2, and can pinpoint whether the fetus is a silent carrier, trait, HbH disease, or Bart’s hydrops fetalis.
2. How is sample collection arranged for this prenatal test?
Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety. Amniotic fluid is obtained via amniocentesis performed by your obstetrician. Parental blood samples are drawn at the same hospital visit and transported to our laboratory under ISO-certified cold-chain protocols.
3. Will my insurance cover this genetic test?
Most UAE insurance plans cover prenatal genetic testing when medically indicated; send your policy details via WhatsApp to +971 54 548 8731 for instant verification. Our team will confirm coverage within one hour and handle direct billing, so you pay only the copayment, if any.
4. How long does it take to receive results and how are they delivered?
Results are delivered within 5 working days from sample receipt at our laboratory. Your referring physician receives the full genotyping report electronically, and you will receive a complimentary telephonic consultation with a DHA-licensed clinical geneticist to explain the findings and implications.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
All genetic testing procedures at DNA Labs UAE comply with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability for patient safety and informed consent protocols. Personal genetic data is handled exclusively under Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and the health data governance framework of Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields. Our DHA facility license (No. 1143) and ISO 9001:2015 certification (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) ensure end-to-end compliance with UAE federal healthcare regulations.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Thalassemia Alpha Trio Prenatal Mutation Detection Test |
| Price (AED) | 2200 |
| Turnaround Time | 5 Working Days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Amniotic Fluid + Parental Peripheral Blood |
| Methodology Used | PCR + MLPA (Multiplex Ligation-dependent Probe Amplification) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | D56.0, Z13.0, Z15.89 |
| LOINC Code | 56913-4 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No. 1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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