Test Price
1,500 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Catecholamines & VMA 24-Hour Urine Test in UAE | 1,500 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- ✓ Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing.
- ✓ Premium Logistics: Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection – patient self-collection of 24-hour urine with clinical-grade preservative container, followed by temperature-controlled courier pickup. (Mobile phlebotomy not applicable for urine specimens.)
- ✓ Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation.
- ✓ Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This panel quantitatively measures catecholamines (epinephrine, norepinephrine, dopamine) and their major metabolite, vanillylmandelic acid (VMA), in a 24‑hour urine collection using LC‑MS/MS – the modern gold standard for neuroendocrine tumor workup.
| Feature | Our Test (ISO 9001:2015) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | 99.9% Sensitivity via LC‑MS/MS | HPLC only; lower resolution |
| Method | LC‑MS/MS + Tandem Mass Spectrometry | HPLC with electrochemical detection |
| Speed | Report within 2 days | 3–5 working days |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“This test is a powerful tool for detecting catecholamine‑secreting tumors such as pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma. However, results must be interpreted in conjunction with clinical presentation, imaging, and medication history. I always remind patients that a single abnormal result is not a definitive diagnosis – repeat testing and specialist referral are essential.”
— Mr. Prabhakar Reddy Kalathoor, Specialist Diagnostic Radiology, DHA Registration ID: 61713011
Medication Advisory
⚠ Important
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Many drugs can alter catecholamine and VMA levels; your physician will advise on temporary cessation only if safe. Never self‑adjust your treatment plan.
Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
- Known pheochromocytoma crisis symptoms: severe hypertension (>180/110 mmHg) with palpitations, headache, and diaphoresis – seek emergency care immediately.
- Acute renal failure or anuria (no urine output) – collection not possible; contact your physician.
- Recent use of MAO inhibitors, L-DOPA, or specific vasoactive agents within 72 hours may invalidate results.
- Do not collect during acute illness with fever >38.5°C or dehydration.
- If you experience sudden chest pain, shortness of breath, or severe anxiety during the collection period, stop and call emergency services.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. How do I properly collect the 24‑hour urine sample for this test?
Collect all urine over a full 24‑hour period into a container with 50% HCl preservative while recording total volume. Keep the container refrigerated during collection. Our courier will pick up the sample in a temperature-controlled bag within a pre-scheduled window.
2. Which medications and foods must I avoid before the test?
Strictly avoid alpha‑blockers, beta‑blockers, amphetamines, MAO inhibitors, nicotine, tea/coffee, chocolate, vanilla, bananas, and alcohol for 72 hours before starting the collection. Always consult your physician before discontinuing any prescribed medication.
3. What does an elevated VMA or catecholamine level mean?
Elevated results suggest a possible neuroendocrine tumor such as pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma. However, your doctor will confirm with imaging (CT/MRI) and additional biochemical tests. A single abnormal result is not diagnostic on its own.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This test complies 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 privacy is protected; all data is processed under ISO 9001:2015 certified procedures (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). Home collection services adhere to DHA and MOHAP standards. Clinical safety and patient consent are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Catecholamines & VMA 24-Hour Urine Test |
| Price (AED) | 1,500 |
| Turnaround Time | 2 working days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | 24-Hour Urine (with HCl preservative) |
| Methodology Used | LC‑MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography‑Tandem Mass Spectrometry) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E27.5 |
| LOINC Code | 94304-3 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | Corporate Lab: DNA Labs UAE |
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