Genetic Methylation Test in Dubai & Abu Dhabi
A simple test that shows how efficiently your body processes nutrients, manages stress, and repairs itself at the cellular level — reviewed with you by a certified genetic counselor, not left as a PDF in your inbox.
- Simple pinprick / blood sample
- Results in 12-14 business days
Methylation tests starting from AED 1,350
Methylation tests starting from AED 1,350
What is a methylation test, exactly?
Every cell in your body carries the same DNA, but not every gene needs to run at full volume all the time. Methylation is one of the ways your body turns genes up or down — think of it as a dimmer switch, not an on/off button.
A genetic methylation test doesn’t look at the genes being dimmed. It looks at the genes that build and run the dimmer switch itself — so you and your doctor can see how efficiently that system is working for you, and where it might need support.
Is this test for you?
Longevity
General health optimization and wanting a clearer picture, long-term.
Family history
A relative’s result or diagnosis has prompted you to look into your own.
Fatigue & energy
Ongoing low energy that diet and sleep changes haven’t fixed.
Mood & focus
Curiosity about your stress resilience, mood, or ability to focus.
Detox & nutrients
Questions about how well your body processes and clears nutrients.
The genes we test, and what they do
Your report covers five core genes in the methylation cycle, plus the two functional markers that show the system in action.
| Gene | What it does |
|---|---|
| MTHFR | Converts the folate you eat into the active form your cells can actually use. |
| COMT | Breaks down dopamine, adrenaline, and estrogen once your body is done using them. |
| MTR | Recycles vitamin B12 so it can re-enter the methylation cycle. |
| MTRR | Keeps the MTR enzyme active and working as it should. |
| CBS | A genetic or functional assessment of the CBS (cystathionine beta-synthase) gene and its enzyme activity within the body’s broader methylation and transsulfuration pathways |
We also report your folate and homocysteine levels — the functional markers that show this system at work, not just its genetic blueprint.
From sample to results
01
Book
Choose any of our clinics in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
02
Give a sample
Our nurses will take a blood sample on the premises. It can be a pinprick or a blood sample
03
We process it
Your sample is analyzed in our laboratory. Typical turnaround: 7–10 business days.
04
Follow up
A certified genetic counselor talks you through what your report means.
Who's behind your results
Every sample is processed in an accredited clinical laboratory, and every report is reviewed and interpreted by a certified genetic counselor before it reaches you — never an algorithm alone.
DHA-licensed healthcare provider, operating in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Your data is handled under strict clinical confidentiality
Prefer to consult first?
Book a standalone counseling session, no test required. Ask questions, understand what a methylation test can and can’t tell you, and decide if it’s right for you.
F.A.Q s
It’s a genetic test that looks at the genes controlling your body’s methylation cycle — the process your cells use to switch other genes up or down, process nutrients like folate and B12, and manage stress hormones.
If you’re dealing with unexplained fatigue, have a relevant family history, or simply want a clearer picture of your biology before making changes to diet or supplements, most people find it a useful, one-time investment. It’s most valuable paired with a doctor consultation.
We have clinics in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, or at-home.
The underlying genetic analysis (which variants you carry) is highly accurate and doesn’t change over time. Interpreting what that means for you is the part that benefits most from a qualified genetic expert, which is why every result includes one.
A clear breakdown of each gene we test, whether you carry a common variant, and what that typically means functionally, plus your folate and homocysteine levels.
Yes, with parental consent. Speak with our team beforehand so we can guide you on what’s appropriate for their age.
Genetic methylation testing isn’t typically covered by UAE health insurance providers.
Meet our specialist team
Dr. Nas Al Jafari
Co-Founder Of DNA Health
Chief Medical Officer, Functional & Regenerative Medicine, Chairman of Scientific Advisory Board, IFM Certified
