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900 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Factor X Functional Assay – 900 AED | DHA Licensed Lab in Dubai | DNA Labs UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
All procedures comply with Federal Decree‑Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL), Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields, and Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. DHA Facility License #1143.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Factor X functional assay quantifies the activity of Stuart‑Prower factor, a vitamin‑K‑dependent coagulation protein critical for the common pathway. This test is essential for diagnosing congenital or acquired Factor X deficiency, monitoring anticoagulant therapy, and evaluating unexplained bleeding or clotting disorders.
| Feature | Our Test | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | Electromechanical Clot Detection – high sensitivity to low Factor X levels | Optical clot detection, often less sensitive at low activity |
| Methodology | ISO 9001:2015 validated; double‑spun platelet‑poor plasma with strict cold chain | Routine laboratory, variable pre‑analytical handling |
| Speed | Next‑day report (sample by Thu 9 AM) | 2–3 working days |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“Factor X functional assay is a key diagnostic tool for bleeding disorders. As a General Practitioner, I recommend this test for patients with unexplained bruising or prolonged bleeding times. Interpretation requires correlation with clinical history and full coagulation panel. Always consult a hematologist for abnormal results.” – Dr. Ajay Singh, GP (DHA: 36234132)
Advisory Note
Do not discontinue prescribed anticoagulants or heparin without explicit approval from your treating physician. The laboratory’s pre‑test instructions are only recommendations – personal medical advice overrides them. Many medications and patient conditions can transiently alter Factor X activity; never make treatment decisions based solely on this test without specialist consultation.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Patients currently experiencing acute, uncontrolled bleeding or suspected deep vein thrombosis/pulmonary embolism – immediate emergency care required.
- Known severe thrombocytopenia (platelet count < 20 × 10⁹/L) – sample may not yield reliable plasma without special handling.
- Those with a confirmed inhibitor to Factor X or a lupus anticoagulant that cross‑reacts in the functional assay – consult a hematologist for alternative testing.
- Paediatric patients where minimum blood volume cannot be met without compromising safety – our phlebotomy service will evaluate before collection.
If you develop sudden severe bruising, swelling, or difficulty breathing after sample collection, contact emergency services immediately (UAE: 998).
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is a Factor X functional test and why is it needed?
A Factor X functional assay measures the clotting activity of Factor X, a crucial protein in the blood coagulation cascade, to identify deficiency or dysfunction that can lead to excessive bleeding or abnormal clotting.
2. How should I prepare for the test and what does the collection involve?
Overnight fasting is preferred; a mandatory coagulation requisition form (Form 15) must be completed. Our mobile phlebotomist collects 3 mL of whole blood in a blue‑top sodium citrate tube, carefully mixed by inversion, and immediately transported under cold‑chain conditions within 4 hours.
3. What do the results mean and what if my level is low?
A low Factor X activity suggests congenital deficiency (Stuart‑Prower disease) or acquired conditions like liver disease, vitamin K deficiency, or specific inhibitors – a hematologist will interpret the finding in the context of your full coagulation panel and clinical history.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
- Facility licensed by DHA (License No. 1143) and strictly adheres to Federal Decree‑Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of ICT in Health.
- Full compliance with Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability ensuring informed consent and patient safety.
- ISO 9001:2015 certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) guaranteeing continuous quality improvement and accurate, reproducible results.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Factor X Functional Assay |
| Price (AED) | 900 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Next day (if sample received by 9 AM) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Citrated plasma (sodium citrate tube) |
| Methodology Used | Electromechanical clot detection (functional assay) on fully automated coagulation analyzer |
| ICD-10-CM Code | D68.2 |
| LOINC Code | 12068-5 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License #1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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