Alpha-1-Acid Glycoprotein (AGP) Test in UAE | 1500 AED | DHA Guidelines

Executive Summary & Core Metrics

✔ 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing.
✔ Hospital-Grade Home Collection with ISO-Certified Cold-Chain transport & VIP Mobile Phlebotomy.
✔ Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance from DHA-licensed specialists on result interpretation.
✔ Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.

Test Overview & Methodology

Alpha-1-Acid Glycoprotein (AGP) is an acute phase reactant used to monitor inflammation, malignancy, and nutritional status. This test employs fixed-time nephelometry for high precision, offering a reliable marker for therapeutic monitoring.

Feature	Our AGP Test	Alternative ELISA
Methodology	Fixed-Time Nephelometry (ISO 9001:2015)	ELISA (Semi-Quantitative)
Precision (CV%)	<5% Inter-assay	8–15%
Reporting Time	2–3 Weeks (Specialized Send-out)	1–2 Weeks
Clinical Utility	Acute Phase, Tumor Monitoring, Drug Binding	Research, Limited Diagnostic Range
Sample Handling	Cold-Chain Refrigerated, DHA-Form 35 Compliant	Frozen, Lab-specific protocol

Physician Insight & Safety Protocols

Mr. Prabhakar Reddy Kalathoor (Specialist Diagnostic Radiology, DHA Registration ID: 61713011) notes: “AGP is a sensitive acute phase protein; its elevation can indicate hidden inflammation or malignancy. Always correlate results with C-reactive protein and clinical presentation. Patients must not alter medications based solely on this test.”

Medication Advisory

⚠️ Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Abrupt changes can trigger serious health risks.

Safety Exclusion Criteria & Red Flags

Not indicated for asymptomatic screening without clinical suspicion of inflammatory or neoplastic disease.
Avoid testing during acute febrile illness, unless monitoring a known condition.
Report immediately if results are drastically elevated (>2 g/L) with unexplained weight loss, night sweats, or persistent pain — seek urgent oncology evaluation.
Pregnant and breastfeeding patients: inform phlebotomist; test requires physician’s explicit request.

Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance

1. What is Alpha-1-Acid Glycoprotein (AGP) and why is it tested?

Alpha-1-Acid Glycoprotein test identifies silent inflammation and tumor activity via a specific liver protein measurement. AGP is a liver-produced acute phase reactant elevated in acute and chronic inflammatory conditions, certain malignancies, and trauma. It also influences drug binding, affecting medication efficacy.

2. How should I prepare for the AGP test?

Overnight fasting and a red-top serum tube without gel barrier are required for accurate results. A 2 mL serum sample must be collected in a plain Red Top tube (no SST gel). Ship refrigerated. Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is mandatory.

3. When will I receive my AGP results?

AGP results are reported after 2 to 3 weeks, following rigorous ISO-accredited laboratory analysis. The specialized send-out process ensures high precision; reports are delivered securely via your patient portal and can be discussed during telephonic clinical guidance.

UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence

This service complies with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields. Clinical safety and patient consent are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Your health information is handled with strict confidentiality and purpose limitation.

Clinical & Logistical Metadata

Test Name	Alpha-1-Acid Glycoprotein (AGP)
Price (AED)	1500 AED
Turnaround Time	2–3 Weeks
Sample Type / Matrix	Serum (Red Top tube, no gel barrier) – VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Available daily 8 AM to 11 PM)
Methodology Used	Fixed-Time Nephelometry
ICD-10-CM Code	R79.89 (Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry)
LOINC Code	1917-6
DHA Facility License & Address	License No: 1143 Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE Corporate Lab Branding: DNA Labs UAE