Test Price
1,500 AEDโ Home Collection Available
Metal Screen 1, Serum Test | 1500 AED | DHA Licensed Laboratory
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Comprehensive Heavy Metal Screening with ICP-MS Technology
- 99.9% diagnostic accuracy via ISO 9001:2015 certified processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
- VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily 8 AM โ 11 PM.
- Complimentary post-result telephonic consultation for result interpretation.
- Insurance coverage verification via WhatsApp: +971545488731.
- Next-day results for samples collected before 6 PM.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Metal Screen 1, Serum panel is a precision heavy metal blood test utilizing Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) to quantify lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium, and other toxic metals. This diagnostic tool serves as the cornerstone for evaluating industrial exposure, unexplained chronic fatigue, and anti-aging baseline assessments. The ICP-MS method offers sub-ppb detection limits, enabling identification of low-level toxic metal accumulation that alternative methods may miss.
| Feature | Our Test โ Metal Screen 1, Serum | Nearest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | ICP-MS (Gold Standard) | Atomic Absorption / ICP-OES (less sensitive) |
| Detection Limits | Sub-ppb (ultra-trace) | 1โ10 ppb (may miss low-level exposure) |
| Turnaround Time | Next day (sample by 6 pm) | 3โ5 working days |
| PreโAnalytical Care | Detailed avoidance list + home collection with powderless gloves | Generic instructions, standard phlebotomy |
| Accreditation | ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) | Not consistently certified |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
As a general practitioner dedicated to your long-term wellness, I understand that heavy metal testing can raise questions about environmental exposures and health risks. The Metal Screen 1, Serum panel provides research-grade data on your toxic metal burden, but accurate interpretation requires correlation with your symptom history, occupational background, and dietary patterns. I encourage you to schedule our complimentary post-test consultation to translate your laboratory values into a safe, personalized action plan.
โ Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Advisory Precautions for Medication and Therapy
โ ๏ธ Medication Safety Notice
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Chelation or detox strategies should only be undertaken under direct medical supervision.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Specimen collection must be deferred for 96 hours after administration of Gadolinium or Iodine-based contrast media.
- Patients currently on chelation therapy require a special clearance protocol before testing.
- ER Red Flags: If you experience acute confusion, seizures, severe abdominal cramps, or sudden neurological changes, proceed to the nearest emergency department immediately. This test is not a substitute for emergency care.
- Pre-test preparation: Avoid antacids, aluminium-containing medications, and all sea/freshwater fish for at least 3 days. Use powderless gloves during collection.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the Metal Screen 1, Serum test measure?
A: This ICP-MS serum test accurately quantifies lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium to detect heavy metal toxicity early. The comprehensive panel targets the most common environmental and industrial metals, providing a quantitative baseline for functional medicine and occupational health follow-up. Results are correlated with established reference ranges to distinguish between normal exposure and clinically significant accumulation.
2. Why must I avoid fish and antacids before this test?
A: Avoiding fish, antacids, and aluminium-containing medications for 3 days prevents false elevation of metal levels due to dietary or medicinal contamination, ensuring result accuracy. Even a single serving of predatory fish can transiently raise blood mercury, while antacids may alter aluminium readings. Using powderless gloves during collection further eliminates external contamination risks.
3. How quickly will I receive results and interpret them?
A: Results are reported next day after sample collection by 6 PM, with free telephonic clinical guidance to explain your heavy metal levels and necessary follow-up. Our healthcare team helps you understand measurement units, reference ranges, and any next steps such as repeat testing or specialist referral to a toxicologist or occupational health physician.
4. Can I take this test if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
A: Heavy metal testing during pregnancy requires careful medical justification. Please consult your obstetrician before proceeding. If clinically indicated, the test can be performed with appropriate precautions, but results must be interpreted by a specialist familiar with pregnancy-specific reference intervals. Contact our team for guidance on risk-benefit assessment.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE operates under 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. All laboratory procedures and patient safety protocols adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability, ensuring that clinical testing, consent processes, and result communication meet the highest legal standards. Patient data is encrypted, stored within UAE jurisdiction, and never shared with third parties without explicit written consent.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Metal Screen 1, Serum |
| Price (AED) | 1,500 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Next day (sample collection before 6 PM) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Serum (peripheral venous blood) |
| Methodology Used | Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z13.88 |
| LOINC Code | 24336-0 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA Facility License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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