Private Alpha Thalassaemia - multiplex PCR for common large deletions Test London
Alpha Thalassaemia - multiplex PCR for common large deletions for accurate detection of infections and guide treatment.
Alpha Thalassaemia - multiplex PCR for common large deletions
Test fee £320 + £50 phlebotomy fee (per visit)
- Results in 3 weeks"
- UKAS accredited laboratory
- Professional phlebotomy service
- Confidential results portal
Or call 020 7183 2362
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Alpha Thalassaemia – Multiplex PCR for Common Deletions in London
Alpha Thalassaemia multiplex PCR for common large deletions is available at South Kensington Medical and Dental, our CQC-registered clinic in South Kensington, London SW7. This test is priced at £320. A £50 phlebotomy fee applies per visit for blood collection. It requires a venous blood sample, and results are typically available within 3 weeks.
Alpha thalassaemia is an inherited blood disorder caused by deletions or mutations in the alpha-globin genes (HBA1 and HBA2) on chromosome 16. This multiplex PCR test detects the most common large deletions that remove one or both alpha-globin genes, accounting for the majority of alpha thalassaemia cases worldwide.
Who Should Consider Alpha Thalassaemia Deletion Testing?
Individuals of Southeast Asian, Chinese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, or African descent with microcytic anaemia not explained by iron deficiency. Those with a raised HbH inclusion body test or abnormal haemoglobin electrophoresis. Couples planning a family where one or both partners are from high-prevalence populations, to assess the risk of Haemoglobin Bart hydrops fetalis (a lethal condition caused by deletion of all four alpha-globin genes).
Alpha thalassaemia carrier states (one or two gene deletions) are usually clinically silent or cause mild anaemia. HbH disease (three gene deletions) causes moderate anaemia requiring monitoring. Homozygous alpha-zero thalassaemia (four gene deletions) is incompatible with life. Carrier testing has important implications for reproductive planning.
A trained nurse collects the blood sample by standard venepuncture at our clinic on Old Brompton Road, directly opposite South Kensington tube station (Piccadilly, Circle, and District lines). No GP referral is required — book online or call 020 7183 2362.
Infection Detection
Accurate infection testing helps diagnose and guide effective treatment.
- Active symptoms
- Exposure concerns
- Travel health
- Pre-procedure screening
- Contact tracing
- Recovery monitoring
How It Works
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20 Old Brompton Road, South Kensington
Quick Blood Draw
Professional phlebotomy, 5 minutes
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Address
South Kensington Medical & Dental
20 Old Brompton Road
South Kensington
London SW7 3DL
Getting Here
- 2-minute walk from South Kensington tube
- Circle, District & Piccadilly lines
Opening Hours
- Monday, Wednesday9am - 6pm
- Tuesday, Thursday9am - 8pm
- Friday8am - 5pm
- Saturday10am - 4pm
- Sunday10am - 4pm
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