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1,500 AED✅ Home Collection Available
CK (CPK) Isoenzyme Electrophoresis in UAE – 1,500 AED | DHA-Licensed Cardiac & Muscle Injury Differentiation
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
✓ Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 15189 & ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing.
✓ Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection across all Emirates (daily 8 AM – 11 PM).
✓ Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation with a DHA-licensed General Practitioner.
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Turnaround: Same-day result when sample arrives by 9 AM | Sample: 2 mL serum (SST tube) | Methodology: High-Resolution Agarose Gel Electrophoresis.
Test Overview & Methodology
CK isoenzyme electrophoresis separates the three cytoplasmic isoforms — cardiac (CK-MB), skeletal muscle (CK-MM), and brain (CK-BB) — enabling precise differentiation between acute myocardial infarction, skeletal myopathy, and rhabdomyolysis in a single, ISO-standardised assay. This technique remains the gold-standard confirmatory tool when total CK is borderline or mass immunoassay results are inconclusive.
Our DHA-licensed laboratory performs high-resolution agarose gel electrophoresis validated against LC-MS/MS reference methods, delivering quantitative fraction reports with clear clinical决策 support.
| Feature | Our Test (ISO 15189 Lab) | Standard CK-MB Mass Assay |
|---|---|---|
| Detection Principle | Electrophoretic separation of CK-MM, CK-MB, CK-BB | Immunoassay for CK-MB mass only |
| Clinical Specificity | Distinguishes cardiac from skeletal muscle injury with >99% specificity | May cross-react with macro-CK and CK-BB; lower specificity |
| Turnaround Time | Same day (sample in by 9 AM) | Often next day |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner (DHA Registration ID: 36234132), advises: CK isoenzyme electrophoresis provides essential differentiation of cardiac versus skeletal muscle injury in acute presentations. An elevated CK-MB fraction must always be interpreted alongside serial high-sensitivity troponin measurements and a 12-lead ECG. Our laboratory upholds ISO 15189 standards for all clinical chemistry workflows, yet clinical correlation with the full patient picture remains indispensable for correct management."
Advisory – Medication & Test Interpretation
⚠️ Do not discontinue any prescribed cardiac or lipid-lowering medication without prior consultation with your treating physician. Test results should be evaluated in the context of your full clinical history and current therapy.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
Strict Exclusion Criteria
- Haemolysed or lipemic serum specimen.
- Recent intramuscular injection within 48 hours prior to draw.
- Extreme physical exertion within 24 hours before sample collection.
- Known statin-induced myopathy without explicit physician clearance.
Immediate Emergency Red Flags
- Sudden severe chest pain radiating to the arm or jaw with diaphoresis.
- Unexplained syncope or near-syncope episode.
- Rapidly progressive symmetrical muscle weakness.
- Dark cola-coloured urine suggesting rhabdomyolysis.
If any red flag is present, seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does CK isoenzyme electrophoresis detect and why is it ordered in the UAE?
A: This test separates CK-MM, CK-MB, and CK-BB isoforms to pinpoint heart muscle damage versus skeletal muscle injury. It is the definitive method for confirming myocardial infarction when troponin assays are equivocal, and it also aids in identifying carriers of muscular dystrophy. Our DHA-licensed laboratory performs the assay under ISO cold-chain conditions for maximum accuracy.
2. How should I prepare for the CK isoenzyme test in Dubai?
A: No fasting is required. Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior to your appointment and inform your phlebotomist of all current medications. Our mobile team will collect 2 mL of serum from a single SST tube and ensure temperature-controlled cold-chain transport to the laboratory.
3. Is home collection available for this test and is it DHA-approved?
A: Yes, our DHA-licensed mobile phlebotomy team provides VIP home collection with ISO-certified cold-chain logistics across all Emirates from 8 AM to 11 PM daily. The service complies fully with UAE health authority regulations and your personal data is protected under Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 (PDPL).
4. What do my CK isoenzyme results mean and when will I receive them?
A: A predominance of CK-MB (>5% of total) suggests cardiac injury; elevated CK-MM points to skeletal muscle damage; and CK-BB elevation may indicate brain or smooth muscle involvement. Results are typically available the same day if your sample arrives by 9 AM, and you will receive a detailed numeric report with interpretive guidance from our DHA-licensed physician.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Your health data is protected under UAE 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. All clinical testing and patient consent procedures comply with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Our laboratory holds DHA Facility License No. 1143 and maintains ISO 15189 & ISO 9001:2015 accreditation for quality management and diagnostic excellence.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | CK (CPK) Isoenzyme Electrophoresis |
| Price (AED) | 1,500 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Same day (sample received by 9 AM) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | 2 mL serum (SST tube) – VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily 8 AM – 11 PM |
| Methodology Used | High-Resolution Agarose Gel Electrophoresis (validated against LC-MS/MS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | I21.9, G71.0, Z15.01 |
| LOINC Code | 25337-4 |
| 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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