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1,000 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Amino Acids Quantitative Plasma Full Panel (45 Analytes) – Dubai, UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Core Metrics at a Glance
Diagnostic Accuracy: 99.9% sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 accredited LC-MS/MS processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Collection Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection, available daily 8 AM – 11 PM.
Clinical Follow-Up: Complimentary telephonic post-test guidance for result interpretation.
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This quantitative plasma amino acid panel measures 45 analytes using tandem mass spectrometry, providing definitive biochemical profiling for inherited metabolic disorders, nutritional assessment, and sports optimization.
Test Overview & Methodology
Quantitative plasma amino acid profiling by LC-MS/MS is the reference standard for detecting inborn errors of metabolism (IEMs). This 45-analyte panel covers all proteinogenic amino acids plus key non-proteinogenic metabolites, delivering sub-micromolar precision essential for diagnosing conditions such as phenylketonuria, maple syrup urine disease, and homocystinuria. The assay is widely employed by pediatricians, neonatologists, and metabolic specialists across the UAE for early intervention and dietary management.
| Feature | Our Panel (LC-MS/MS) | Closest Alternative (HPLC) |
|---|---|---|
| Analytes | 45 amino acids – full quantitative spectrum | 30–35 amino acids, semi-quantitative |
| Methodology | LC-MS/MS (Tandem Mass Spectrometry) | HPLC with UV/fluorescence detection |
| Turnaround | 3 working days (samples received Mon/Wed by 5 PM) | 5–7 days |
| Clinical Use | Diagnosis of IEMs, nutrigenomics, elite sports monitoring | Routine amino acid screening |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"Quantitative plasma amino acid profiling is indispensable for uncovering inherited metabolic disorders that might otherwise remain cryptic. As a consultant in medical genetics, I interpret these 45 biomarkers alongside clinical history and enzymatic assays to guide precise dietary and therapeutic interventions. An abnormal result is a diagnostic clue, not a verdict — always correlate with physical examination and confirmatory testing before altering any management plan."
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
⚠️ Medication Safety Advisory
Never stop or modify prescribed medications based solely on amino acid panel results. Unsupervised changes may precipitate metabolic decompensation, especially in patients with known enzyme deficiencies.
Clinical Exclusion Criteria: Elective testing should be postponed if the patient is experiencing acute illness, recent trauma, or is on medications known to significantly alter amino acid homeostasis (e.g., valproate, levodopa) without prior physician clearance. Seek emergency care immediately for symptoms such as sudden lethargy, intractable vomiting, seizures, loss of consciousness, or respiratory distress.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What conditions does the plasma amino acid panel detect?
This test directly screens for over 40 inborn errors of metabolism, including maple syrup urine disease, phenylketonuria, homocystinuria, and tyrosinemia. It quantifies essential, non-essential, and conditionally essential amino acids, enabling pediatricians and metabolic specialists to identify enzymatic blocks before irreversible damage occurs.
2. How should I prepare for this test?
A fasting period of 4–6 hours is recommended. Provide a complete list of all medications, supplements, and recent dietary habits, as certain substances (e.g., valproate, high-protein shakes) can transiently alter amino acid concentrations. Your physician may advise temporary adjustments under medical supervision.
3. When will I receive my results?
Results are delivered within 3 working days after sample receipt on Monday or Wednesday by 5 PM. All specimens are processed in our ISO 9001:2015 accredited laboratory using LC-MS/MS for high-precision quantification.
4. Can I take this test if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
Yes, but inform your referring physician and the phlebotomist beforehand. Pregnancy alters amino acid metabolism, so results must be interpreted using trimester-specific reference ranges. Breastfeeding mothers may continue normally unless otherwise instructed by their doctor.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance Framework
All clinical data and laboratory processes comply 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. Patient safety and consent protocols follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. The laboratory operates under ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) and holds DHA Facility License No. 1143.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Amino Acids Quantitative Plasma Full Panel (45 Analytes) |
| Price (AED) | 1,000 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3 working days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Plasma (Peripheral Venous Blood) |
| Methodology Used | LC-MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E70.9, E71.0, E72.9 |
| LOINC Code | 53152-8 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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