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Cortisol Free Serum Test in UAE | 2200 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
تحليل الكورتيزول الحر في الدم في الإمارات | 2200 درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي
ملخص تنفيذي: اختبار الكورتيزول الحر في المصل بتقنية LC-MS/MS فائق الحساسية لاضطرابات الغدة الكظرية، دقة تشخيصية 99.9%، مع خدمة سحب منزلي متميزة وتوجيه سريري بعد الفحص.
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
- Premium Logistics: Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection via ISO Certified Cold-Chain Home Collection and VIP Mobile Phlebotomy (8 AM–11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in Result Interpretation by DHA-Licensed Endocrinologists.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
🔬 Overview
The Cortisol Free Serum Test precisely quantifies biologically active, unbound cortisol using LC-MS/MS, the gold standard for adrenal function assessment. This test is essential for diagnosing subtle hypercortisolism (Cushing's syndrome) or adrenal insufficiency, offering superior specificity over total cortisol immunoassays. (يقيس الاختبار الكورتيزول الحر النشط بدقة فائقة)
| Feature | Our Test (Cortisol Free Serum) | Typical Immunoassay (Total Cortisol) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | Ultra-sensitive LC-MS/MS; no cross-reactivity | Moderate; may over/under-estimate due to binding proteins |
| Methodology | Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA) / ECLIA |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 weeks (send-out, high complexity) | 1–2 days (faster, less specific) |
| Clinical Utility | Gold standard for free cortisol in adrenal disorders, pregnancy, oral contraceptive use | Screening only; influenced by altered binding globulins |
🩺 Expert Physician Insight & Safety Protocol
“As an endocrinologist practicing under DHA guidelines, I emphasize that the Cortisol Free Serum test using LC-MS/MS eliminates the pitfalls of total cortisol assays in patients with altered cortisol‑binding globulin. However, results must be interpreted alongside clinical signs, dynamic testing, and imaging. Always seek specialist consultation before making therapeutic decisions.” – Dr. PRABHAKAR REDDY, DHA License 61713011
⚠️ Medication Warning: Do not discontinue, adjust, or start any prescribed corticosteroid or hormonal medication without consulting your doctor. Abrupt cessation of glucocorticoids may trigger life‑threatening adrenal crisis.
🛑 Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags:
- Sample collection must not use SST gel barrier tubes – red‑top (no additive) tubes only.
- Specimen must be shipped refrigerated or frozen; improper transport invalidates results.
- Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) is mandatory; missing form will delay processing.
- Do not proceed if the patient exhibits signs of acute adrenal crisis: severe hypotension, vomiting, altered consciousness, or sudden abdominal pain – seek ER immediately.
❓ Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. Why might my doctor order a Cortisol Free Serum test instead of a regular total cortisol test?
Free cortisol measurement via LC-MS/MS avoids interference from cortisol‑binding globulin changes, providing the most accurate picture of adrenal activity in pregnancy, obesity, or oral contraceptive use.
يقيس الكورتيزول الحر النشط بيولوجيًا بدقة عالية دون تداخل من بروتينات الناقل، وهو أفضل لاضطرابات الغدة الكظرية لدى النساء الحوامل أو مستخدمات موانع الحمل.
2. What makes LC-MS/MS the superior method for this hormone test?
LC-MS/MS offers unequaled specificity by directly measuring the cortisol molecule without cross‑reaction, enabling detection of low‑normal values critical for diagnosing adrenal insufficiency.
تقنية LC-MS/MS أكثر دقة وتخصصًا لأنها تقيس جزيء الكورتيزول مباشرة دون تداخل، مما يكشف عن نقص طفيف قد لا تظهره طرق المناعة.
3. Do I need to fast or stop any supplements before the blood draw?
Fasting is not strictly required, but you must inform your phlebotomist about all medications and supplements, especially biotin, corticosteroids, or hormones that could influence results or interfere with the assay.
الصيام ليس إلزاميًا، لكن يجب الإبلاغ عن كل الأدوية والمكملات، خاصة البيوتين والكورتيكوستيرويدات، لتجنب تداخلات في النتائج.
📋 Pre‑Test Logistics & Sample Handling
- Draw 2 mL (minimum 1 mL) serum into a plain red‑top tube (no additive).
- Do not use serum separator tubes (SST) with gel barrier.
- Immediately refrigerate or freeze; specimen must be shipped cold.
- Complete and attach the mandatory Send Out Consent Form (Form 35).
Our VIP mobile phlebotomy team adheres to ISO 9001:2015 cold‑chain protocols to safeguard sample integrity from collection to the LC‑MS/MS platform.
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