Albumin and IgG Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Test in UAE | 700 AED | DHA Licensed

Executive Summary & Core Metrics

Clinically validated CSF Albumin and IgG analysis using ISO 9001:2015 certified Nephelometry, delivering 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity for neuroinflammatory and demyelinating disorders. Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety. Includes direct insurance billing verification through WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731, and complimentary post-test clinical guidance by DHA-licensed neurologists. Price: 700 AED, turnaround next day (sample by 4 PM Mon–Sat).

Test Overview & Methodology

The Albumin and IgG CSF test provides a quantitative assessment of blood–brain barrier integrity and intrathecal immunoglobulin synthesis, essential for differential diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders, and infectious neuropathies. Performed at DNA Labs UAE, DHA Facility License 1143, using immunonephelometry (ISO 15189 compliant, LC‑MS/MS cross‑validated). Hospital extraction only – sample collected by qualified medical personnel in an accredited hospital facility.

Feature	Our Test (Nephelometry, ISO‑Certified)	Alternative (Standard Immunoassay)
Precision & Sensitivity	99.9% diagnostic sensitivity; linear detection down to 0.5 mg/dL	~95% sensitivity; may miss early intrathecal synthesis
Methodology	Immunonephelometry (ISO 15189 compliant, LC‑MS/MS cross‑validated)	Radial immunodiffusion or outdated nephelometry
Turnaround Time	Next day (sample by 4 pm Mon‑Sat)	3–5 working days
UAE Accreditation	ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139); DHA Facility License 1143	May lack local DHA/ISO recognition

Physician Insight & Safety Protocols

Dr. Ajay Singh (DHA Registration ID: 36234132, General Practitioner) advises: “CSF albumin and IgG indices are critical biomarkers for blood‑brain barrier integrity and intrathecal antibody synthesis, but must always be interpreted in conjunction with clinical presentation, neuroimaging, and oligoclonal band results. Abnormal findings do not independently confirm a diagnosis and require specialist correlation. This test is conducted in accordance with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.”

⚠️ DO NOT discontinue prescribed immunosuppressive or neurological medications without consulting your supervising physician. This test is a diagnostic aid, not a substitute for comprehensive neurological evaluation.

Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags

CSF collection is contraindicated in patients with suspected increased intracranial pressure without prior neuroimaging clearance.
Avoid if there is coagulopathy (INR > 1.5, platelets < 50,000/µL) or infection at the lumbar puncture site.
Emergency symptoms post‑procedure: severe headache unrelieved by analgesics, fever, neck stiffness, altered consciousness, or clear fluid leakage from the puncture site — seek immediate medical attention.

Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance

1. Why do I need this CSF albumin and IgG test instead of a blood alone?

The CSF examination directly measures the protein environment of the central nervous system, revealing intrathecal antibody production and blood‑brain barrier disruption that a blood sample cannot detect.

2. What do high albumin and normal IgG mean in my CSF result?

Elevated CSF albumin with normal IgG typically suggests an intact blood‑brain barrier but increased permeability due to conditions such as diabetic neuropathy or systemic inflammation, requiring correlation with your neurologist.

3. Is the home collection for CSF safe and approved by DHA?

No, CSF collection is a hospital-only procedure and is not available for home phlebotomy. All samples are collected by trained medical staff in accredited hospital facilities to ensure safety and sterility. Our DHA‑licensed courier team then transports the sample under cold‑chain conditions to our ISO‑certified laboratory.

UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence

All patient data processed in compliance 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. DNA Labs UAE ensures secure handling and confidentiality of all test results and health information.

Clinical & Logistical Metadata

Parameter	Value
Test Name	Albumin and IgG Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Test
Price (AED)	700
Turnaround Time	Next day (sample by 4 PM Mon–Sat)
Sample Type / Matrix	Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
Methodology Used	Immunonephelometry (ISO 15189 compliant, LC-MS/MS cross-validated)
ICD-10-CM Code	G35 (Multiple sclerosis) / G36.0 (Neuromyelitis optica) / G04.0 (Encephalitis)
LOINC Code	2460-0 (Albumin [Mass/volume] in Cerebral spinal fluid) / 2461-8 (IgG [Mass/volume] in Cerebral spinal fluid)
DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address	DHA License: 1143, Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE \| Corporate Lab Branding: DNA Labs UAE