Available at Mediclinic City Hospital in Dubai
Genetics is both the past and the future of your health.
The history and potential of every individual is written in their DNA.
Advances in genetic medicine now make it possible to understand your inherited risk of developing conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), hereditary cancers, metabolic disorders and other genetic conditions. Genetic testing can also support prenatal and preconception planning by identifying inherited abnormalities such as neural tube defects, Down syndrome, in-born errors of metabolism (IEM) and thalassaemia.
Our certified genetic counsellors and clinical geneticists help diagnose genetic conditions and educate individuals and families about inherited risks, including the likelihood of passing certain conditions on to future generations.
By integrating the latest genetic technologies with comprehensive and compassionate healthcare, we provide services including:
- Preconception and prenatal genetic consultations
- Medical genetics consultations based on personal or family history
- Hereditary cancer risk assessments
- Cardiovascular genetic risk evaluation
- Pre-marital genetic screening and counselling
- Advanced Whole Exome Sequencing (WES) testing
Understanding Genetics
What are genes?
Genes are segments of DNA that provide instructions for how your body grows, functions and maintains itself. Together, all of a person’s genes form the genome.
Some genes may develop mutations that increase the risk of certain conditions such as cancers, tumours or inherited disorders.
- Dominant genes express their effects even if only one copy is present.
- Recessive genes require two copies of a mutation to cause disease. Carriers often show no symptoms but may pass the condition to their children.
Understanding your genetic profile helps you anticipate potential health risks and make informed decisions about your lifestyle, screening and future family planning.
What is Whole Exome Sequencing (WES)?
Whole Exome Sequencing analyses the protein-coding regions of your genes, known as exons. These regions act as the body’s instruction manual and contain most known disease-causing mutations.
WES is particularly valuable in identifying:
- Recessive disease-causing variants
- Hereditary cardiovascular conditions
- Genetic predisposition to cancer
- Carrier status for inherited disorders
Early identification allows for preventive strategies, personalised surveillance plans and informed reproductive planning.
Our Genetic Screening Packages – Dubai
As part of our expanded genetics services in Dubai, Mediclinic offers specialised screening packages tailored to different life stages and health goals.
Cardiovascular and Cancer Genetic Screening Packages
These advanced packages combine consultation with a Clinical Geneticist and Whole Exome Sequencing (WES) to assess inherited risk for cardiovascular disease and hereditary cancers.
They are particularly suitable for individuals who:
- Have a personal or family history of heart disease or cancer
- Have experienced unexplained cardiac events in the family
- Wish to take a proactive approach to long-term health planning
The panels analyse key genetic markers associated with conditions that may lead to sudden cardiac death, inherited cardiomyopathies, dyslipidaemia or hereditary cancer syndromes. When identified early, many of these conditions can be managed, monitored or slowed through appropriate medical care.
Explore the Cardiovascular and Cancer Genetic Screening Packages
Pre-Marital Screening and Genetic Counselling Packages
Begin your life together with clarity, confidence and a shared understanding of your health.
Mediclinic’s Pre-Marital Screening packages provide comprehensive assessment of:
- Genetic compatibility and carrier status
- Recessive inherited conditions
- Haemoglobin variants
- Infectious diseases
- Future family health risks
Through advanced laboratory investigations and expert counselling, couples receive personalised guidance to support informed decision-making and long-term wellbeing.
These packages are ideal for couples preparing for marriage and future family planning.
Please note: these are optional health assessments and do not replace official court-mandated marriage screening.
Learn more about Pre-Marital Screening & Genetic Counselling Packages
Genetic Counselling
Genetic counselling is an essential part of the testing process.
Our genetic counsellors have advanced training in medical genetics and provide guidance on:
- How inherited diseases and conditions may affect you or your family
- How your family and medical history influences disease risk
- Which genetic tests are appropriate for your situation
- What your results mean and how to act on them
We emphasise clear communication between our multidisciplinary team, our patients and their families to ensure understanding, reassurance and personalised care throughout the process.
Genetic screening packages and consultations are available at Mediclinic facilities in Dubai.
Book your consultation with a Geneticist via the Mediclinic app, call 800 2033 or complete the form below.
