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Biochemistry tests in Dubai & UAE

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450.00–30,000.00 AED

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Biochemistry diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description Specimen Typical duration Price Options
TEST-193
10 Amino Acids Quantitative Blood Test

This test quantitatively measures the levels of 10 specific amino acids in blood to screen for metabolic disorders.

Whole Blood (EDTA) / Dried Blood Spot (Heel Prick) 2 working days 800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Quantitative levels of 10 key amino acids", "Metabolic health status"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Amino Acids", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["Provide complete clinical details (symptoms, family history, drug list)", "For heel prick: 1 drop of blood on each of 3 spots on filter paper; keep refrigerated, do not freeze.", "For venous draw: 2 mL whole blood in lavender-top (EDTA) tube, refrigerated."]
Indications
["Screening for inborn errors of metabolism", "Metabolic health assessment", "Evaluation of unexplained symptoms potentially related to metabolic disorders"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 35009-4 ICD-10: Z13.228
Clinical summary
This test quantitatively measures the levels of 10 specific amino acids in blood to screen for metabolic disorders.
TEST-65
17-Hydroxycorticosteroids (17-OHCS) 24-Hour Urine Test

This diagnostic test evaluates adrenal gland function by measuring cortisol metabolites excreted in urine over a 24-hour period.

24-Hour Urine 7 working days 1,500.00 AED
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What it measures
["Total 17-hydroxycorticosteroid excretion", "Adrenal gland cortisol metabolite output"]
Parameters
[{"name": "17-Hydroxycorticosteroids", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["No special preparation required", "Avoid excessive alcohol and stress for 24 hours prior", "Continue all prescribed medications unless advised otherwise by your doctor"]
Indications
["Suspected Cushing’s syndrome", "Evaluation of adrenal hyperplasia", "Assessment of adrenal insufficiency"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 56532-6 ICD-10: E24
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates adrenal gland function by measuring cortisol metabolites excreted in urine over a 24-hour period.
TEST-67
17-Hydroxycorticosteroids & 17-Ketosteroids, 24-Hour Urine Test

This diagnostic test evaluates adrenal cortical function by measuring cortisol and androgen metabolites in a 24-hour urine collection.

24-Hour Urine 5–7 Working Days 2,100.00 AED
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What it measures
["17-hydroxycorticosteroids (cortisol metabolites)", "17-ketosteroids (androgen metabolites)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "17-Hydroxycorticosteroids", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "17-Ketosteroids", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["Discard first morning urine", "Collect all urine for 24 hours with provided HCl preservative", "Keep collection refrigerated", "Record total volume"]
Indications
["Suspected Cushing’s syndrome", "Suspected congenital adrenal hyperplasia", "Evaluation of hyperandrogenic states"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 14627-4, 14634-0 ICD-10: E27.8
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates adrenal cortical function by measuring cortisol and androgen metabolites in a 24-hour urine collection.
TEST-82
17-Ketosteroids, 24-Hour Urine Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the total amount of androgen metabolites excreted in urine over a 24-hour period, reflecting overall adrenal androgen production.

24-Hour Urine 1 week 1,200.00 AED
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What it measures
["Total 17-Ketosteroids (mg/24h)", "Androgen metabolites (androsterone, etiocholanolone, DHEA)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Total 17-Ketosteroids", "reference_range": "Age/gender-specific ranges"}]
Preparation
["No fasting needed", "Avoid estrogens, corticosteroids, and spironolactone for 48 hours under medical guidance", "Collect all urine for exactly 24 hours in the provided container", "Keep the container refrigerated during collection", "Record the total volume on the order form", "Do not take biotin or high-dose vitamin C supplements within 24 hours before collection"]
Indications
["Diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)", "Evaluation of adrenal tumors", "Differentiation of androgen excess sources", "Monitoring CAH therapy"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 2944-7 ICD-10: E25.9
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the total amount of androgen metabolites excreted in urine over a 24-hour period, reflecting overall adrenal androgen production.
TEST-78
5-Aminolevulinic Acid (5-ALA) 24-Hour Urine Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the level of 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) excreted in urine over a 24-hour period.

24-Hour Urine 1 week 750.00 AED
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What it measures
["5-Aminolevulinic Acid (5-ALA) excretion", "Metabolic pathway intermediates"]
Parameters
[{"name": "5-Aminolevulinic Acid (5-ALA)", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["Do not alter prescribed therapy without medical guidance.", "Inform clinical team of all drugs, including over-the-counter preparations and herbal supplements."]
Indications
["Suspected acute porphyria", "Suspected lead poisoning", "Suspected tyrosinemia"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 14913-0 ICD-10: E80.2
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the level of 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) excreted in urine over a 24-hour period.
TEST-91
5-Aminolevulinic Acid (5-ALA), Random Urine Test

This diagnostic test evaluates levels of 5-aminolevulinic acid in urine to aid in the diagnosis of acute porphyrias.

Random Urine 1 week 750.00 AED
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What it measures
["5-Aminolevulinic Acid (5-ALA)", "Heme Biosynthesis Intermediates"]
Parameters
[{"name": "5-Aminolevulinic Acid (5-ALA)", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["Collect a random mid-stream urine sample.", "Immediately shield the sample from all light.", "Keep the sample refrigerated until collection."]
Indications
["Suspected acute porphyria attack", "Evaluation of unexplained neurological symptoms", "Assessment of severe abdominal pain with neurological features"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 32347-7 ICD-10: E80.2
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates levels of 5-aminolevulinic acid in urine to aid in the diagnosis of acute porphyrias.
TEST-74
5-HIAA (5-Hydroxy Indole Acetic Acid) Random Urine Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the level of 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA), a metabolite of serotonin, in a random urine sample.

Random Urine 5–7 Working Days 800.00 AED
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What it measures
["5-Hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA)", "Serotonin metabolism"]
Parameters
[{"name": "5-HIAA", "reference_range": "2–8 mg/24h or 2–8 mg/g creatinine (random)"}]
Preparation
["Avoid specific foods (Banana, Kiwi, Walnut, Avocado, Eggplant, Pineapple, Plum, Tomato) for 72 hours.", "Avoid specific medications (Fluorouracil, Melphalan, Paracetamol, Heparin, L-dopa, Reserpine, Salicylates, Chlorpromazine, Imipramine, Isoniazid, MAO Inhibitors, Phenothiazines, Promethazine) for 72 hours.", "Avoid alcohol, caffeine, tobacco, and strenuous exercise for 72 hours.", "Collect a 50 mL random urine sample.", "pH adjusted to 1-2 onsite by phlebotomist."]
Indications
["Suspected carcinoid tumor", "Monitoring known carcinoid tumors", "Evaluation of carcinoid syndrome symptoms"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 13982-7 ICD-10: C7A.00, E34.0, Z12.8
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the level of 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA), a metabolite of serotonin, in a random urine sample.
TEST-81
5‑HIAA (5‑Hydroxyindoleacetic Acid), 24‑Hour Urine Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the level of 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA), a metabolite of serotonin, in a 24-hour urine sample.

24-hour urine 5 working days 800.00 AED
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What it measures
["5-Hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA)", "Serotonin metabolism"]
Parameters
[{"name": "5-Hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA)", "reference_range": "< 25 mg/24 h"}]
Preparation
["Avoid bananas, avocados, walnuts, pineapple, eggplant, and tomatoes for 48 hours before collection.", "Inform the laboratory of all current medications.", "Do not stop prescribed medications without consulting your physician."]
Indications
["Suspected carcinoid syndrome", "Monitoring known carcinoid tumours", "Evaluating neuroendocrine neoplasms"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 20568-1 ICD-10: E34.0
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the level of 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA), a metabolite of serotonin, in a 24-hour urine sample.
TEST-94
5α-Dihydrotestosterone (5α-DHT) Test

This diagnostic test evaluates serum levels of 5α-Dihydrotestosterone (5α-DHT), a potent androgen.

Serum (peripheral venous blood) 7 days 700.00 AED
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What it measures
["Serum 5α-Dihydrotestosterone (5α-DHT) levels"]
Parameters
[{"name": "5α-Dihydrotestosterone (5α-DHT)", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["No special fasting or dietary changes are required", "Inform the phlebotomist about all medications, especially 5α-reductase inhibitors and hormone therapies", "Ensure age and sex are noted on the requisition"]
Indications
["Monitoring prostate cancer therapy", "Diagnosis and management of androgenic alopecia", "Evaluation of hormonal imbalances", "Monitoring response to 5α-reductase inhibitors"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 3032-8 ICD-10: R79.89
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates serum levels of 5α-Dihydrotestosterone (5α-DHT), a potent androgen.
TEST-3162
6‑Steroid Panel Test (LC‑MS/MS)

This diagnostic test evaluates the levels of six key adrenal and gonadal hormones to assess the HPA axis and androgen pathway.

Serum (peripheral venous blood) Sample Mon/Thu before 9 AM → Report Wed/Sat 750.00 AED
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What it measures
["Cortisol", "Cortisone", "Corticosterone", "11‑Deoxycortisol", "DHEA", "Androstenedione", "Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis function", "Androgen pathway activity"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Cortisol", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Cortisone", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Corticosterone", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "11‑Deoxycortisol", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "DHEA", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Androstenedione", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["Sample collection at specific times (8-10 am or 4-6 pm) is required.", "Inform phlebotomist if taking anticoagulants.", "Do not discontinue or adjust prescribed corticosteroid or anabolic steroid medication without consulting your doctor."]
Indications
["Diagnosis of Cushing’s syndrome", "Diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)", "Diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency", "Monitoring sports performance", "Monitoring anti-aging interventions", "Complex endocrine work-up"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 62065-6 ICD-10: R79.89, E27.8
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the levels of six key adrenal and gonadal hormones to assess the HPA axis and androgen pathway.
TEST-6038
6q24‑Related Transient Neonatal Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 (TNDM) Genetic Test

This genetic test detects paternal uniparental disomy of chromosome 6 (UPD(6)pat), the hallmark of 6q24-related Transient Neonatal Diabetes Mellitus Type 1.

Whole blood, extracted DNA, or dried blood spot (FTA card) 21–28 working days 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Paternal uniparental disomy of chromosome 6 (UPD(6)pat)", "Chromosome 6 copy number variation"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
["No fasting required for the neonate", "Mandatory genetic counselling session and signed informed consent prior to sample collection"]
Indications
["Diagnosis of 6q24-related Transient Neonatal Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 (TNDM1)", "Differentiation from permanent neonatal diabetes", "Genetic counselling for families with affected neonates"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 81226-5 ICD-10: P70.2
Clinical summary
This genetic test detects paternal uniparental disomy of chromosome 6 (UPD(6)pat), the hallmark of 6q24-related Transient Neonatal Diabetes Mellitus Type 1.
TEST-3705
AAAS Gene (Achalasia-Addisonianism-Alacrimia Syndrome) Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Genetic Test

This test evaluates the AAAS gene for mutations associated with Triple A (Allgrove) syndrome, a rare disorder affecting the esophagus, adrenal glands, and tear ducts.

Peripheral Whole Blood 3 to 4 weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["AAAS gene variants", "Single nucleotide variants", "Insertions/deletions", "Splice-site mutations"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
["No special preparation required", "Inform phlebotomist of bleeding disorders or anticoagulant use", "Consult endocrinologist regarding stress-dose steroids if adrenal insufficiency is suspected"]
Indications
["Clinical suspicion of Triple A syndrome", "Confirmation of diagnosis", "Genetic counseling for affected families"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 81261-3 ICD-10: E27.4, K22.0, H04.2
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the AAAS gene for mutations associated with Triple A (Allgrove) syndrome, a rare disorder affecting the esophagus, adrenal glands, and tear ducts.
TEST-4848
AAGAB Gene Keratoderma, Palmoplantar, Punctate Type 1A Genetic Test

This genetic test evaluates the AAGAB gene for pathogenic variants associated with palmoplantar punctate keratoderma type 1A.

Whole blood (EDTA), extracted DNA, or FTA card 3–4 weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the AAGAB gene", "Coverage of coding regions"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
["Informed consent required", "Genetic counselling recommended"]
Indications
["Diagnosis of palmoplantar punctate keratoderma type 1A", "Differential diagnosis of skin disorders", "Pre-symptomatic screening", "Family carrier detection"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 81247-7 ICD-10: Q82.8, Z15.09, L98.8
Clinical summary
This genetic test evaluates the AAGAB gene for pathogenic variants associated with palmoplantar punctate keratoderma type 1A.
TEST-4263
AARS1 Gene Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy Type 29 Genetic Test

This genetic test identifies pathogenic variants in the AARS1 gene associated with early infantile epileptic encephalopathy type 29.

Peripheral Whole Blood (EDTA tube) 3–4 Weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the AARS1 gene"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
["Pre-genetic counselling session required", "Provide completed clinical history questionnaire", "List all medications"]
Indications
["Suspected AARS1-related early infantile epileptic encephalopathy (EIEE29)", "Family history of AARS1-related disorders"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 82930-0 ICD-10: G40.4
Clinical summary
This genetic test identifies pathogenic variants in the AARS1 gene associated with early infantile epileptic encephalopathy type 29.
TEST-6270
AARS2 Gene (Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 8) DNA Test

This test identifies pathogenic variants in the AARS2 gene associated with Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 8.

Peripheral whole blood 3–4 weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Pathogenic variants in the AARS2 gene", "Coding exons and exon-intron boundaries"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
["Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor."]
Indications
["Clinical suspicion of mitochondrial disease", "Evaluation for Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 8"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 101638-4 ICD-10: E74.81
Clinical summary
This test identifies pathogenic variants in the AARS2 gene associated with Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency Type 8.

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Biochemistry: overview

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