Test Price
550 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Folate (RBC Folate) Blood Test in UAE | 550 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing.
- Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (daily 8 AM to 11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation.
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Test Overview & Methodology
The Folate RBC (Red Blood Cell Folate) test precisely measures folate concentration within erythrocytes. This provides a reliable indication of long-term folate stores over several months, essential for DNA synthesis, red blood cell production, and overall cellular health. Our laboratory utilizes LC‑MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry), the gold standard method for folate analysis, ensuring the highest accuracy and specificity.
| Feature | Our RBC Folate Test | Standard Serum Folate Test |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | LC‑MS/MS (Highest Accuracy) | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Turnaround Time | Same Day (by 2 PM sample) | 24–48 hours |
| Clinical Relevance | Long-term tissue folate stores (3–4 months) | Recent dietary intake (fluctuates daily) |
| Precision | CV < 5% | CV > 10% |
| Sample Protection | Light-protected, refrigerated transport | No special handling |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a General Practitioner, I view the Folate RBC test as a reliable indicator of your long-term nutritional status. However, no single test result should be interpreted in isolation. I encourage you to discuss these findings with your treating physician to correlate them with your clinical history and symptoms.”
— Dr. Ajay Singh, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Advisory: Medication Safety
⚠️ Important: Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. This test does not replace medical advice.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Home collection is excluded for patients with active chest pain, severe shortness of breath, or altered consciousness.
- Red flags requiring immediate emergency care: sudden severe pallor, syncope, or neurological symptoms (tingling, gait disturbance).
- If you experience uncontrolled bleeding or hematoma expansion at the draw site, seek urgent medical attention.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the Folate RBC test measure?
This test directly quantifies folate concentration within red blood cells, reflecting body stores over the past several months. It is a more stable indicator than serum folate, which can fluctuate with recent diet.
2. Is fasting required before the test?
Fasting is not typically required for the RBC folate test. However, follow your doctor’s specific instructions. Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to sampling.
3. How long does it take to get results?
Results are available the same day when the sample is received by 2 PM, thanks to our rapid LC‑MS/MS protocol. You will receive a telephonic consultation to discuss the findings.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This test is fully compliant with UAE federal data protection and health information technology regulations:
- 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
- Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability (clinical safety and patient consent)
Our laboratory is ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). All sample handling follows strict cold-chain protocols; tubes must be wrapped in aluminium foil immediately after collection to protect from light and shipped refrigerated or frozen.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Folate (RBC Folate) Blood Test |
| Price (AED) | 550 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Same day (sample received by 2 PM) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral whole blood (EDTA lavender tube, light-protected, refrigerated transport) |
| Methodology Used | LC‑MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z13.21 (Encounter for screening for nutritional disorder) |
| LOINC Code | 2284-8 (Folate in Red Blood Cells) |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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