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2,500 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Metal Screen 2 (Whole Blood) Test in Dubai | 2,500 AED | DHA-Licensed Heavy Metal Panel
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Your Trusted Heavy Metal Diagnostic Partner in the Emirates
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited ICP‑MS Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
- 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 Consultation to interpret results in context of your exposure history.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification instantly via WhatsApp: +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Metal Screen 2 (Whole Blood) Test quantifies lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium, and chromium using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP‑MS) with Zeeman correction. This methodology ensures parts‑per‑billion detection sensitivity, making it essential for diagnosing industrial toxicity, environmental exposure, and monitoring chelation therapy. The panel is processed at DNA Labs UAE under ISO‑15189 quality standards within a DHA‑licensed facility.
| Parameter | Our Test (Metal Screen 2 WB) | Closest Alternative (Serum Panel) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | ICP‑MS with Zeeman‑corrected AAS | AAS only (often without Zeeman) |
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | 99.9% (ISO‑15189 validated) | 85–92% (variable) |
| Turnaround Time | Next‑day report (sample by 6 pm) | 3–5 working days common |
| Pre‑analytical Control | Metal‑free tubes, powderless gloves, cold‑chain | Standard lithium heparin tubes |
| DHA Compliance | Full (Facility License 1143) | Variable |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"Heavy metal interpretation requires correlation with clinical history and exposure timeline. A single elevated value does not define toxicity; trends and symptoms guide appropriate management. Patients should continue prescribed treatments unless their doctor advises otherwise."
– Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Clinical Safety Advisory
⚠ Medication Continuation Reminder
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your treating physician. This test is a diagnostic aid and does not replace medical advice.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
Elective Test Not Suitable If
- Known severe anaemia (Hb < 7 g/dL) – phlebotomy may be contraindicated.
- Allergy to specimen collection materials (latex, antiseptic).
- Presence of metal‑containing medical implants that may confound interpretation.
Seek Emergency Care Immediately If
- Sudden severe abdominal pain, vomiting, or diarrhoea after suspected metal exposure.
- Seizures, loss of consciousness, or altered mental status.
- Acute respiratory distress or metallic taste with confusion.
- This test is not for acute poisoning emergencies; activate EMS 998.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the Metal Screen 2 test detect?
This test quantifies lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium, and chromium in whole blood to confirm heavy metal toxicity. Additional rare elements may be flagged depending on exposure history. The method detects concentrations down to parts‑per‑billion (ppb) using ICP‑MS with Zeeman correction, ensuring minimal false positives.
2. How should I prepare for the test?
Refrain from seafood, herbal and mineral supplements, vitamin B12, and vitamin B complex for three days prior. If you have received contrast media (gadolinium or iodine) within 96 hours, reschedule your appointment. Maintain normal hydration; no fasting is required. Inform the phlebotomist of any metal implants or occupational exposure history.
3. What do abnormal results mean?
Elevated heavy metal levels suggest exposure; your physician will correlate these findings with your symptoms and may advise chelation therapy. Mild elevations often indicate environmental or dietary sources and typically require repeat testing and source identification. Results are interpreted according to UAE occupational safety limits and international guidelines.
4. How is my sample collected and handled?
A DHA‑licensed phlebotomist collects blood using metal‑free Royal Blue Top K2EDTA tubes while wearing powderless gloves. The specimen is transported via temperature‑controlled cold chain to our laboratory. Samples must not be frozen. Home collection is available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM.
5. When will I receive my results?
Reports are issued the next working day for samples received by 6 PM. You will receive a telephonic post‑test consultation to help interpret your results in the context of your medical history and exposure background.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Your data is protected under UAE 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. Clinical testing safety and patient consent follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. DNA Labs UAE operates under DHA Facility License No. 1143 at Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE. ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Metal Screen 2 (Whole Blood) |
| Price (AED) | 2,500 |
| Turnaround Time | Next-day report (samples accepted until 6 PM) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (Royal Blue Top K2EDTA) |
| Methodology Used | Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) with Zeeman Correction |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z13.88 |
| LOINC Code | 56893-6 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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