Test Price
800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Leptin Test in Dubai | 800 AED | DHA Licensed Lab
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited 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) – standard peripheral blood sample.
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation from a DHA-licensed general practitioner.
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Test Overview & Methodology
Leptin is a hormone secreted by fat cells that regulates appetite, body weight, and energy expenditure. This test aids in diagnosing leptin deficiency, leptin resistance, and related metabolic disorders, guiding personalised treatment plans in the UAE.
| Feature | Our Leptin Test | Standard Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Quantitative ELISA (Enzyme Immunoassay) with ISO‑standardised calibrators | Basic ELISA, may lack ISO traceability |
| Report Turnaround | Same day (sample received by Wed 9 AM) | 24–72 hours |
| Home Collection | Cold‑chain, VIP mobile phlebotomy, 8 AM – 11 PM | Limited availability, no guaranteed cold chain |
| Clinical Support | Post‑test consult with DHA-licensed general practitioner | Generic report only |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Dr. Ajay Singh (DHA: 36234132) advises: “Your Leptin result must be correlated with full clinical history, BMI, and other metabolic markers. Elevated leptin often reflects resistance linked to obesity, while severely low levels could suggest a rare genetic disorder. Always discuss your results with a specialist to design a safe, evidence‑based intervention.”
Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Altering therapy based solely on lab results can be dangerous.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Do not proceed with routine outpatient collection if you have an active severe infection, acute febrile illness, or uncontrolled haemodynamic instability.
- ER Red Flags: Seek immediate medical attention if you experience sudden severe headache, visual loss, confusion, or focal neurological deficit — these are not typical consequences of the test but warrant urgent evaluation.
- Sample Integrity: Haemolysed, icteric, or lipemic specimens may be rejected; the phlebotomist will assess vein access.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is a Leptin test, and why is it done?
The Leptin test measures the hormone leptin to evaluate obesity, appetite, and metabolic health conditions. Doctors use it to investigate unexplained weight gain, suspected leptin deficiency or resistance, and to tailor anti‑obesity medical therapy in adults and adolescents.
2. Do I need to fast or prepare specially for the Leptin test?
No special preparation is required; a simple 2 mL serum sample is drawn anytime. For optimal comparison, we recommend consistent timing (morning) and avoiding heavy fatty meals just before collection. You may continue water intake.
3. How quickly will I get my Leptin result, and what does it mean?
Reports are delivered the same day if your sample reaches the lab by Wednesday 9 AM. Elevated levels often point to leptin resistance linked with obesity, while very low levels may indicate rare genetic leptin deficiency. Interpretation requires consultation with a DHA-licensed general practitioner.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Compliance Framework
This laboratory information is managed 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. Patient data security, consent, and clinical safety follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Leptin (Serum) |
| Price (AED) | 800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Same day (sample received by Wed 9 AM) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Serum (standard peripheral whole blood) |
| Methodology Used | Quantitative ELISA |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E66.9 (Obesity, unspecified) |
| LOINC Code | 44077-8 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE (DNA Labs UAE) |
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