Test Price
1,500 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Catecholamines Plasma Test in UAE | 1500 AED | DHA Accredited
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Diagnostic Precision: 99.9% sensitivity using LC-MS/MS technology, ISO 9001:2015 certified.
Premium Logistics: Hospital-grade home collection via ISO-certified cold-chain transport, VIP mobile phlebotomy.
Clinical Guidance: Complimentary telephonic post-test interpretation by DHA-licensed experts.
Insurance: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Data Protection: Compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 (PDPL) and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields.
Facility: Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DHA License No. 1143
Test Overview & Methodology
The Catecholamines Plasma test measures epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine levels to detect catecholamine-secreting tumors such as pheochromocytoma, paraganglioma, and neuroblastoma. This high-sensitivity LC-MS/MS assay is essential for oncology patients in the UAE requiring definitive diagnosis and treatment monitoring.
| Parameter | Our Plasma Catecholamines Test (LC-MS/MS) | Closest Alternative (Urine Catecholamines, HPLC) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) – Gold Standard | HPLC only; lower specificity |
| Sample & Collection | Plasma via cold-chain home phlebotomy; immediate ice bath and frozen transport | 24-hour urine collection; inconvenient, risk of degradation |
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | 99.9% (clinical validation) | ~85% (may miss early tumors) |
| Turnaround Time | 1 week (DHA-compliant reporting) | 5–7 days (varies) |
| UAE Regulatory Compliance | DHA-licensed, ISO 9001:2015, PDPL data protected | May lack full DHA accreditation |
| Price | 1500 AED | 1000–1200 AED (urine) |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Mr. Prabhakar Reddy Kalathoor (DHA License: 61713011), Specialist Diagnostic Radiology:
"An elevated plasma catecholamine value must always be correlated with imaging and clinical symptoms. This test is a powerful tool, but it should never be used in isolation. Your physician will interpret results within the complete clinical picture to ensure safe and precise management."
Medication Warning & Exclusion Criteria
⚠️ Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.
- Exclusion Criteria: Acute hypertensive crisis, severe anxiety, recent surgery, or inability to withhold interfering medications (72 hours prior). Patients with known allergy to heparin/EDTA should use alternative tube.
- ER Red Flags: Sudden severe headache, palpitations, profuse sweating, chest pain, extreme blood pressure spikes – seek immediate emergency care. These may indicate a catecholamine crisis.
- Pediatric Protocol: For minors, testing requires informed parental consent per Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Home collection is supervised by a pediatric-trained phlebotomist.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. Why is this test ordered?
This plasma catecholamines test helps diagnose adrenal tumors like pheochromocytoma and neuroblastoma by measuring epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine.
It is indicated for patients with treatment-resistant hypertension, paroxysmal symptoms, or a family history of MEN2, VHL, or neurofibromatosis type 1. Even mildly elevated levels require careful clinical correlation according to current DHA oncology protocols.
2. How should I prepare for the plasma catecholamines test?
You must avoid a specific list of medications, smoking, and intense stress for 72 hours before the blood draw.
The full list includes aldomet, labetalol, isoproterenol, beta-blockers, amphetamines, ephedrine, nicotine, theophylline, vasodilators, MAO inhibitors, and others. You will rest supine for 30 minutes after IV cannula insertion. Our mobile phlebotomist will collect 8 mL of plasma in pre-chilled tubes, immediately immerse the sample in ice water, and ensure freeze-chain transport to the lab. Detailed written instructions will be provided prior to the visit.
3. What do abnormal results mean?
Abnormally high catecholamines suggest a neuroendocrine tumor, but results must be interpreted alongside imaging and clinical findings.
Borderline elevations can occur with non-tumor conditions (e.g., obstructive sleep apnea, renal failure). Our DHA-licensed consultant will provide a telephonic guidance session to explain your individual result, recommend next steps, and, if needed, coordinate with your oncologist or endocrinologist. Further testing such as 24-hour urine metanephrines or adrenal MRI may be advised.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE operates in full compliance with the following UAE federal laws and standards:
- Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL): All patient data is encrypted, stored in secure servers, and never shared without explicit consent.
- Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields: Our digital health records and tele-consultation platforms meet the mandated cybersecurity and interoperability standards.
- Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability: Patient safety and informed consent protocols are strictly followed for all diagnostic procedures, especially for minors and invasive sample collection.
- DHA Licensing & Accreditation: Facility License No. 1143, ISO 9001:2015 certified, and all clinical staff hold current DHA registration.
- Data Handling: Biological samples are processed under chain-of-custody documentation; results are delivered through secure digital channels only.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| DHA Facility License Number | 1143 |
| Physical Address | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
| Corporate Lab Branding | DNA Labs UAE |
| ICD-10 Code for Indication | D44.2 (Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of adrenal gland) |
| LOINC Code for Test | 21474-9 (Catecholamines panel - Plasma) |
| Turnaround Time | 7 days from sample collection |
| Sample Type | Plasma (EDTA, chilled immediately) |
| Methodology | LC-MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry) |
| Regulatory Compliance | DHA Licensed, ISO 9001:2015, PDPL, Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 |
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