Y-Chromosome Test Price in Saudi Arabia | Lahalak
Advanced genetic analysis revealing Y-chromosome deletions, a crucial step for understanding azoospermia causes and guiding future treatment and reproductive options.
Scientific name: Y-Chromosome Microdeletion Test
A molecular genetic test detects microdeletions in critical regions of the long arm of the Y chromosome (Yq11), known as the azoospermia factor (AZF) regions. Standard tests typically target three consecutive regions: AZFa, AZFb, and AZFc, using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) of a set of specific sequences (STS). The absence (deletion) of any of t...
Service type
Genetic Analysis (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Detailed genetic analysis to detect AZF region deletions on the Y chromosome
- Consult with a fertility specialist and a geneticist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Recent and confirmed results from two separate semen analyses showing azoospermia or severe oligospermia are necessary before requesting the examination.
- Fasting is not required, as it is done on a whole blood sample (EDTA) or a mouth swab.
- Genetic counseling before and after testing is strongly recommended, especially in the case of a positive result, to explain the genetic implications for future offspring.
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