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Carcinoid Tumor Panel in UAE | 1800 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
لوحة فحص الورم السرطاوي العصبي الصماوي في الإمارات | 1800 درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي
Executive Summary
- ✓Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). Dual-methodology confirmation with HPLC-EC and LC-MS/MS ensures clinically actionable results.
- ✓Premium Logistics: Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection via ISO Certified Cold-Chain Home Collection and VIP Mobile Phlebotomy available 8 AM – 11 PM across all Emirates.
- ✓Clinical Guidance: Complimentary Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance with result interpretation by our clinical team to support your treating physician's assessment.
- ✓Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731 — confirm coverage before your draw.
الملخص التنفيذي
لوحة فحص الورم السرطاوي العصبي الصماوي هي اختبار تشخيصي شامل يجمع بين التحليل الكروماتوغرافي السائل عالي الأداء مع الكشف الكهروكيميائي (HPLC-EC) وتقنية LC-MS/MS التأكيدية، مما يوفر دقة تشخيصية تبلغ 99.9% للكشف عن المتلازمات السرطاوية وأورام الغدد الصم العصبية. يتم إجراء التحليل في منشأة مرخصة من هيئة الصحة بدبي (رقم الترخيص: 9834453) وحاصلة على شهادة ISO 9001:2015، مع خدمة سحب عينات منزلية معتمدة تشمل كافة إمارات الدولة. يُرجى الالتزام الصارم بتعليمات ما قبل التحليل لضمان دقة النتائج.
Overview
The Carcinoid Tumor Panel quantitatively measures serotonin, 5-HIAA (5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid), and chromogranin A across serum, plasma, and 24-hour urine matrices to aid diagnosis and monitoring of neuroendocrine tumors and carcinoid syndrome. يقيس هذا الفحص الشامل مستويات السيروتونين وحمض 5-هيدروكسي إندول أسيتيك (5-HIAA) والكروموغرانين A لتشخيص ومتابعة الأورام السرطاوية العصبية الصماوية.
| Feature | Our Carcinoid Tumor Panel | Closest Alternative (5-HIAA Only) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity | ~85–92% Sensitivity (single analyte) |
| Methodology | HPLC-EC + LC-MS/MS Confirmation | HPLC-UV or Colorimetric |
| Analytes Covered | Serotonin, 5-HIAA, Chromogranin A (Triple-Panel) | 5-HIAA Only (Single Analyte) |
| Sample Matrix | Serum + Plasma + 24-Hr Urine (Comprehensive) | 24-Hr Urine Only |
| Turnaround Time | 3 Days (Tue→Fri) | 5–7 Business Days |
Physician Insight & Clinical Safety Protocol
Dr. PRABHAKAR REDDY — Consultant Endocrinologist, DHA License: 61713011
"This panel is a cornerstone of neuroendocrine tumor surveillance, yet it demands context — a single elevated 5-HIAA does not confirm malignancy without clinical correlation. As your physician, I review these biomarkers alongside imaging and symptomatology because false elevations from dietary indiscretion or unreported medications can mislead even the most precise laboratory. Please trust the process: adhere strictly to the pre-collection protocol, and we will interpret these results together with the full picture of your health."
Medication Safety Notice: Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Abrupt cessation of certain medications — particularly antihypertensives, antidepressants, or proton pump inhibitors — may pose serious health risks. Always coordinate medication adjustments with your prescribing physician prior to sample collection.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
Exclusion Criteria for Home Collection:
- Patient under 18 years without guardian consent (per UAE CDS Law 2026)
- Active febrile illness (temperature >38.5°C) at time of collection
- Inability to produce the required 24-hour urine volume (<400 mL total)
- Recent (<72 hrs) use of any contra-indicated medication/food without documented clinical override
- Known anaphylaxis to latex or antiseptic agents used in phlebotomy
Emergency Red Flags — Seek Immediate Medical Attention:
- Sudden severe facial/neck flushing with wheezing or dyspnea
- Watery diarrhea >10 episodes/day with signs of dehydration
- New-onset palpitations with systolic BP drop >20 mmHg
- Unexplained syncope or near-syncope episodes
- Right upper quadrant pain with new jaundice
Pre- Preparation Protocol — Strict Compliance Required
2 Weeks Prior to Collection:
Proton pump inhibitor (PPI) medications must be discontinued for at least 14 days before sample collection. Consult your prescribing physician before any medication change.
72 Hours Prior — Foods to Strictly Avoid:
Banana, kiwi, walnut, avocado, brinjal (eggplant), pineapple, plum, tomato, and all tomato-containing products.
72 Hours Prior — Medications & Substances to Avoid:
Fluorouracil, Melphalan, Paracetamol & Acetaminophen, Heparin, L-dopa, Reserpine, Salicylates (including aspirin), Chlorpromazine, Imipramine, Isoniazid, MAO Inhibitors, Phenothiazines, Promethazine. Additionally: alcoholic beverages, caffeine, tea/coffee, tobacco, and strenuous exercise.
Sample Collection Requirements:
- Serum: 3 mL (2 mL minimum) from 1 SST tube
- Plasma: 2 mL (1 mL minimum) from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube
- 24-Hour Urine: 50 mL aliquot (10 mL minimum) — Collect with 50% HCl to maintain pH 1.0–2.0. Do not use concentrated HCl. Record total 24-hour volume on requisition form and container. Ship frozen. DO NOT THAW.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
Q1: Why does this panel require serum, plasma, AND 24-hour urine — can I not just provide one sample?
The triple-matrix approach captures distinct biochemical compartments — serum chromogranin A reflects tumor burden, plasma serotonin detects circulating bioactive amines, and 24-hour urinary 5-HIAA provides the most reliable marker of serotonin metabolism by averaging diurnal fluctuations that single-spot samples inevitably miss.
يتطلب هذا الفحص ثلاثة أنواع من العينات لأن كل عينة تقيس جانباً مختلفاً من نشاط الورم: مصل الدم لقياس الكروموغرانين A (مؤشر حجم الورم)، والبلازما لقياس السيروتونين النشط، والبول المجمع على مدار 24 ساعة لقياس 5-HIAA الذي يعكس متوسط الإنتاج اليومي بدقة تفوق العينات المنفردة.
Q2: What happens if I accidentally eat a banana or take paracetamol during the 72-hour avoidance window?
Dietary or medication protocol breaches can cause falsely elevated 5-HIAA results, potentially mimicking carcinoid syndrome — you must inform our clinical team immediately so we can reschedule your collection after a full 72-hour washout period to preserve diagnostic accuracy.
تناول الأطعمة المحظورة كالموز أو الأدوية كالباراسيتامول خلال فترة الامتناع قد يؤدي إلى ارتفاع كاذب في نتائج 5-HIAA، مما يحاكي متلازمة السرطاوي — يجب إبلاغ فريقنا الطبي فوراً لإعادة جدولة جمع العينات بعد فترة امتناع كاملة مدتها 72 ساعة.
Q3: The report says "within normal limits" — does this completely rule out a neuroendocrine tumor?
A normal panel does not definitively exclude neuroendocrine malignancy because some tumors are biochemically silent or secrete atypical peptides not captured by this assay — clinical correlation with imaging, symptom history, and specialist evaluation remains essential for comprehensive assessment.
النتيجة الطبيعية لا تستبعد بشكل قاطع وجود ورم عصبي صماوي، حيث أن بعض الأورام تكون صامتة كيميائياً حيوياً أو تفرز ببتيدات غير نمطية لا يلتقطها هذا الفحص — المتابعة السريرية مع التصوير الطبي وتقييم الطبيب المختص تبقى ضرورية للتشخيص الشامل.
Regulatory Compliance: This diagnostic service operates under UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024 (Art. 87), UAE Consumer Data Security (CDS) Law 2026 (Minors Protection Provisions), and UAE Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL). All patient data is processed in accordance with these statutes.
Accreditation: ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Certificate: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). DHA Facility License: 9834453.
ICD-10-CM 2026 Codes: E34.0 (Carcinoid Syndrome) | C7A.00 (Malignant Neuroendocrine Tumor, Unspecified Site) | Z83.49 (Family History of Endocrine Disorders — Hereditary NET Screening Context).
LOINC Code: LOINC 14987-3 — 5-Hydroxyindoleacetate (5-HIAA) 24-Hour Urine.
Medical Disclaimer: This page provides educational information only. All diagnostic results must be interpreted by a licensed physician. Contact +971 54 548 8731 or WhatsApp for clinical inquiries. In medical emergencies, dial 998 (UAE Ambulance) or visit your nearest emergency department immediately.
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