Tumor Necrosis Factor Alpha (TNF-α) Test in UAE – 750 AED

DHA Certified MOHAP Compliant ISO 9001:2015 (INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139)

Executive Summary & Core Metrics

🔬

Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing with internal quality controls per DHA standards.

🧊

Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM).

📞

Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation with a DHA-licensed specialist.

📋

Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731 for major UAE networks.

The Tumor Necrosis Factor Alpha (TNF-α) test delivers precise quantification of this key pro‑inflammatory cytokine using chemiluminescent immunoassay technology. It supports transplant rejection surveillance, autoimmune disease monitoring, and anti‑aging therapy guidance under DHA clinical governance.

Test Overview & Methodology

Tumor Necrosis Factor Alpha (TNF-α) is a critical pro‑inflammatory cytokine used to monitor transplant rejection risk, autoimmune activity, and systemic inflammation. This quantitative chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA) delivers same-day results from a single serum sample, aligning with DHA precision medicine guidelines.

The test employs ISO 15189 accredited CLIA technology with <5% intra-assay coefficient of variation, ensuring high reproducibility and clinical reliability. Results are typically available within 8 hours of sample receipt.

Feature	Our TNF-α Test (DNA Labs UAE)	Closest Alternative
Method	Quantitative CLIA (ISO 15189)	ELISA (manual reading)
Precision (CV)	<5% intra-assay	8–15%
Turnaround	Same Day (by 11 AM Monday)	48–72 hours
Cold-Chain Home Collection	✅ Included (8 AM–11 PM)	❌ Not offered
Post-Test Clinical Guidance	✅ Telephonic	❌ Manual report only

* Samples received by 11 AM Monday are processed the same day.

Physician Insight & Safety Protocols

Dr. Ajay Singh | General Practitioner | DHA Registration ID: 36234132

"TNF-α is a powerful biomarker, but it must never be interpreted in isolation. A single elevated value does not diagnose transplant rejection; it must be correlated with clinical signs, biopsy findings, and other immune markers. I urge every patient to discuss their results with their transplant nephrologist or anti‑aging specialist for a personalised clinical decision."

Advisory & Medication Warning

⚠️ Medication Warning

Do not discontinue or adjust immunosuppressants, corticosteroids, or any prescribed medication based solely on this test result. Always consult your treating physician.

Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags

Exclude if: Active systemic infection (fever >38.5°C); recent vaccination within 72 hours; or haemolysed/lipaemic sample.
Do not collect from: Patients on high‑dose biotin supplements (>5 mg/day) within 8 hours prior to draw (assay interference).
Emergency Red Flags: If TNF-α level exceeds 50 pg/mL with new‑onset shortness of breath, hypotension, or altered mental status, seek immediate emergency care—this may indicate cytokine release syndrome.
Paediatric note: For minors, collection requires guardian consent with DHA‑compliant identification and complies with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.

Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance

1. What is TNF-α and why is it measured?

Tumor Necrosis Factor Alpha is a pro‑inflammatory cytokine that regulates immune cell activity and inflammation. Clinicians measure TNF-α to assess transplant rejection risk, monitor autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, evaluate sepsis severity, and guide anti‑aging therapies targeting chronic inflammation.

2. How should I prepare for the TNF-α blood test?

No fasting is required; simply stay hydrated and inform the phlebotomist of any recent infections or medications. The test requires only 2 mL of serum collected in an SST tube. To avoid false elevations, postpone the draw if you have an active febrile illness or received a vaccination within 72 hours. Our VIP mobile team handles cold‑chain transport to the lab within 30 minutes.

3. What does a high TNF-α level indicate for anti‑aging therapy?

Persistently high TNF-α signals chronic inflammation and accelerated aging, prompting targeted anti‑aging interventions such as senolytics or metformin. In longevity medicine, values above 8 pg/mL are considered pro‑inflammatory and may expedite epigenetic aging clocks. Integrating TNF-α data with IL-6 and CRP helps anti‑aging specialists design personalised protocols to reduce inflammaging.

4. Can TNF-α testing be done at home?

Yes. Our VIP Mobile Phlebotomy service provides temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection between 8 AM and 11 PM, seven days a week. A certified phlebotomist visits your home, collects the serum sample, and ensures it reaches the laboratory under optimal conditions within 30 minutes for processing.

5. How long does it take to get results?

Results are available the same day for samples received by 11 AM Monday. Standard turnaround time is 8 hours from sample receipt. Results are delivered digitally via secure portal and can be discussed during a telephonic consultation with a DHA-licensed clinician.

UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence

Data Protection: All patient data is processed in full 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. Your medical information is encrypted, access-controlled, and never shared with third parties without explicit consent.

Clinical Safety: Testing procedures and patient consent protocols adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability, ensuring full medico-legal compliance and patient rights protection throughout the diagnostic pathway.

Clinical & Logistical Metadata

Test Name	Tumor Necrosis Factor Alpha (TNF-α) Test
Price (AED)	750 AED
Turnaround Time	Same Day (samples received by 11 AM Monday)
Sample Type / Matrix	Blood Serum (SST tube, 2 mL)
Methodology Used	Quantitative Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA)
ICD-10-CM Code	R79.89
LOINC Code	18478-3
DHA Facility License & Lab Address	DHA Facility License No: 1143 Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE DNA Labs UAE