Genetic Testing at AEON Clinic: Everything You Need To Know
Located at Atlantis The Royal, this Dubai clinic is a regional pioneer in longevity medicine – and that includes offering this best in genetic testing here in the UAE
This content was created in partnership with AEON Clinic.
Knowledge is power. The more you know about your body and your genetic make-up, the better equipped you are to make informed decisions that will lead to a long, healthy life – and in the world of longevity medicine one particular field is on the rise: genetic testing.
Recently, the UAE’s Department of Health announced plans to integrate this fascinating area of medicine into its Premarital Screening Programme in 2025 – meaning couples will need to take the necessary steps to empower themselves with insight at the genetic level before starting a family. From sickle cell disease to thalassemia, this programme aims to help couples identify genetic disorders and risks before having children.
Here in the region AEON Clinic, located at Atlantis The Royal, is at the forefront of genetic testing, working closely with patients to ensure they’re provided with in-depth insight when identifying any concerns at the genomic level – and, along with it, a comprehensive treatment plan to address any issues before they become a bigger problem.
“At AEON Clinic, we bridge the gap between science and health. Genomic insights allow us to address health risks at their root, enabling personalised strategies that enhance longevity and quality of life,” says Dr. Sabah Habibollah, Clinical Scientist in Genetics and Genomics, who oversees the clinic’s genetic testing programme.
“Genetic testing empowers individuals with knowledge about their unique health blueprint. This information allows us to tailor strategies for disease prevention and health optimisation, ensuring individuals are equipped to lead longer, healthier lives.”
Why is Genetic Testing Important?
Genetic testing helps to empower individuals and families, providing them with vital information before any pre-existing health concerns or conditions develop into full-blown disease.
Testing identifies potential risks at an early stage and allows medical providers to recommend a plan of action to their patients. Doctors and specialists can also recommend personalised treatments and lifestyle adjustments that can significantly reduce the risk of disease progression.
At the end of the day, having access to detailed insight at the cellular level can help reduce the chances – or, even, prevent altogether – of hereditary diseases, protecting the next generation from life-long conditions and health concerns.
A Closer Look at AEON Clinic’s Genetic Testing and Genomic Services
AEON Clinic offers a number of services and testing options to help empower patients on their health, longevity and overall wellness journey.
From genetic counselling, which helps individuals and their families understand the risks and make informed decisions about family planning; to pre-conception and pre-natal testing – a crucial step in a family planning journey, that helps to identify potential chromosomal or genetic abnormalities in unborn children; and overall reproductive genetic testing, AEON Clinic is at the forefront of medical providers here in the region that are committed to providing individuals with as much support as possible when on their quest to starting a family.
The clinic also provides an extensive list of overall health and genetics tests including cancer and cardiovascular genetics testing; pharmacogenomics (i.e. how certain medications affect the body) and epigenetic analysis, which helps patients better understand how lifestyle, environment, and behaviour influence gene expression.
See the full list of services, as provided by AEON Clinic, below.
Genetic Counselling: This service provides individuals and families with insight into their genetic risks and conditions, helping patients make informed decisions when it comes to their health and family planning. AEON’s certified specialists offer personalised counselling, helping their patients in interpreting their genetic results, while also addressing any concerns.
Genetic Testing and Interpretation: Advanced genetic testing helps patients uncover genetic mutations and variations, which could be linked to predispositions of chronic illness like cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and neurological disorders. AEON Clinic’s team will then help patients interpret their results, connecting the findings to actionable health strategies for prevention or treatment.
Prognostic Genetics and Health Risk Assessment: This type of genetic assessment helps patients identify their likelihood of developing specific health conditions; providing them with precise, personalised health risk evaluations. Individuals can then make informed decisions when it comes to making lifestyle modifications or medical interventions, helping them to prevent disease onset.
Integration of Genomic Data into Clinical Care: AEON Clinic is at the forefront of the integration of genomic insights into clinical care, ensuring that genetic data forms the basis for comprehensive treatment plans. This precision-driven approach allows medical practitioners to address the root causes of health concerns and develop strategies for long-term wellness.
Pharmacogenomics: This particular area of genetic medicine studies how a patient will respond to certain kinds of medication. An AEON Clinic expert can then prescribe treatments that are both effective and safe, minimising side effects, and improving outcomes.
Preconception Genetic Counselling: This area of medicine helps couples to better understand genetic risks before planning a family. AEON Clinic’s specialists assess carrier status for genetic conditions, ensuring couples can make informed decisions to safeguard their children’s health.
Prenatal Genetic Counselling and Testing: This advanced, prenatal genetic testing that AEON Clinic offers helps to identify chromosomal or genetic abnormalities in unborn children. This early detection provides expectant parents with reassurance and guidance on managing potential risks.
Reproductive Genetics: For couples that are planning to start a family, AEON Clinic’s reproductive genetic services can help assess fertility-related genetic factors and identify hereditary conditions that could potentially affect future generations. In depth insights can then empower patients in making informed reproductive decisions, ensuring healthier outcomes for their children.
Cancer Genetics: This type of testing helps to identify hereditary mutations linked to diseases such as breast, ovarian, colorectal, and prostate cancers. Early identification allows patients to take preventive measures, undergo screenings, and implement risk-reduction strategies, under AEON Clinic’s expert guidance.
Cardiovascular Genetics: These tests help AEON Clinic experts detect and identify inherited heart conditions and predispositions to cardiovascular diseases, such as arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, and coronary artery disease – which can then help patients in addressing risks at early stages, prevent serious complications and adopt heart-healthy lifestyles.
Epigenetic Analysis: This area of genetic medicine helps patients better understand how lifestyle and environment influence gene expression. AEON Clinic provides actionable recommendations to help modify these factors, improving overall wellness and reducing the impact of genetic predispositions.
For more information visit theaeonclinic.com or call +971 04 518 5777. Address: Atlantis The Royal, Crescent Rd, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, Level P, Sunrise Tower
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