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2,500 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Protein C Antigen Test in UAE | 2,500 AED | DHA Licensed Coagulation Diagnostic
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Core Diagnostic Profile
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Certified Processing.
- Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Daily 8 AM – 11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation.
- Insurance Verification: Direct Billing via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Protein C Antigen test quantitatively measures the amount of Protein C, a natural vitamin K‑dependent anticoagulant, to diagnose hereditary or acquired Protein C deficiency and assess thrombotic risk. This immunoassay directly quantifies the protein concentration, enabling clinicians to differentiate type I (quantitative) from type II (qualitative) deficiencies when paired with a functional activity assay.
| Feature | Our Protein C Antigen Test | Functional Protein C Activity Assay |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Quantitative Immunoassay (ELISA) – directly measures antigen levels | Chromogenic or clotting‑based assay – measures activity only |
| Diagnostic Precision | 99.9% Sensitivity; distinguishes type I (quantitative) from type II (qualitative) deficiency when paired with activity test | May miss type II deficiency; influenced by interfering substances |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 weeks (send‑out to reference lab) | Often 5–7 working days |
| Sample Requirement | 3 mL whole blood in sodium citrate (Blue Top); must be processed to platelet‑poor plasma and frozen if delayed | Similar sample, but less stringent pre‑analytical stability |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Interpreting coagulation markers like Protein C antigen requires careful correlation with the patient's clinical history, medication status, and results of complementary functional assays. A low antigen level alone is not diagnostic of thrombophilia; it must be contextualized alongside family history, liver function, and vitamin K status. Results from this test should never prompt changes to anticoagulant therapy without a scheduled follow-up consultation with your treating physician.
— Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Medication Advisory
Important Safety Notice
Patients must not suspend any prescribed anticoagulant regimen—including warfarin, apixaban, rivaroxaban, or enoxaparin—without explicit instruction from the managing clinician. Suddenly stopping these medications can lead to rapid clot formation and catastrophic thromboembolic events. Laboratory results should always be reviewed during a scheduled medical appointment; never self-adjust medication dosages based on test findings.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- This test is not indicated for acute thrombosis management; in case of sudden chest pain, shortness of breath, or unilateral leg swelling, proceed to the nearest Emergency Department immediately.
- Do not perform the test during an acute thromboembolic event or within 10 days of major surgery; Protein C is an acute‑phase reactant and may be falsely elevated.
- Patients with known lupus anticoagulant or receiving direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) should discuss timing with their hematologist, as results may be unreliable.
- Neonatal purpura fulminans warrants urgent pediatric hematology evaluation—do not wait for this outpatient test.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the purpose of the Protein C Antigen test?
This test detects quantitative deficiency of Protein C, a key natural anticoagulant, to evaluate inherited or acquired thrombophilia risks. It is commonly ordered after unexplained venous thromboembolism (especially in young patients), recurrent miscarriage, or warfarin‑induced skin necrosis. In the UAE, it is also utilized in preventive health screenings under specialist supervision.
2. How should abnormal Protein C antigen levels be interpreted?
Low Protein C antigen indicates a deficiency that increases the lifetime risk of venous thromboembolism by 5–10‑fold, particularly when combined with other genetic mutations. Mild deficiency (type I) is often hereditary, while acquired deficiency can result from liver disease, vitamin K deficiency, or DIC. Elevated levels are rarely concerning but may reflect an acute inflammatory state. Interpretation must be correlated with a functional Protein C activity assay and clinical context.
3. Is home blood collection available for this test?
Yes, our VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection service operates daily from 8 AM to 11 PM. A trained phlebotomist visits your location, collects the sample in the required sodium citrate tube, and immediately transports it at +2‑8°C to our central laboratory. For send‑out tests, plasma is prepared and frozen within 1 hour as per international coagulation guidelines. All patient data is handled in compliance with UAE data protection regulations.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Compliance Framework
- Data Protection: Fully compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL).
- Health Information Security: Adheres to Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields.
- Clinical Safety & Consent: All procedures follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability, ensuring informed patient consent and professional accountability.
- ISO Certification: ISO 9001:2015 Certified under reference INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139.
- Home Collection Hours: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM, 7 days a week.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Protein C Antigen Test |
| Price (AED) | 2,500 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 Weeks (Send-out to Reference Laboratory) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (Sodium Citrate, Blue Top) |
| Methodology Used | Quantitative Immunoassay (ELISA) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | D68.59 |
| LOINC Code | 27815-8 |
| DHA Facility License & Lab Address | License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE – DNA Labs UAE |
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