Test Price
550 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Immunohistochemistry Calcitonin Test in UAE | 550 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
تحليل الكالسيتونين بالكيمياء النسيجية المناعية في الإمارات | 550 درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي
Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing.
Premium Logistics: Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection via ISO Certified Cold-Chain Home Collection and VIP Mobile Phlebotomy.
Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation.
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Test Overview
The Immunohistochemistry Calcitonin Test detects calcitonin protein expression in formalin‑fixed paraffin‑embedded tissue samples to confirm medullary thyroid carcinoma and guide endocrine oncology management. This assay is performed using automated staining platforms under DHA‑approved protocols, ensuring report delivery within 5 working days for standard blocks and 7 days for complex large specimens.
| Parameter | Our Test (Precision IHC) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Precision | 99.9% sensitivity via automated digital pathology analysis | Manual IHC with variable inter‑observer agreement |
| Methodology | Full‑automation IHC + LC‑MS/MS orthogonal validation | Conventional IHC without systematic confirmatory testing |
| Turnaround Time | 5–7 days with VIP digital report | 10–14 days on average |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocol
“This test provides essential data for the diagnosis of medullary thyroid carcinoma. However, calcitonin IHC results must be correlated with full histopathological findings and the patient’s clinical picture. Treatment decisions, especially medication adjustments, should only be made in consultation with your treating specialist.”
— Dr. PRABHAKAR REDDY, DHA License 61713011
⚠️ Medication Safety Notice:
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Stopping thyroid hormone replacement or other treatments abruptly may lead to serious health risks.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Known severe allergy to formalin or components of the fixation process.
- Inability to obtain a representative tumor tissue sample (biopsy or surgical specimen).
- Active uncontrolled systemic infection at the biopsy site.
- Signs of acute thyroid storm, airway compromise, or severe new‑onset neck swelling — seek emergency care immediately.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
Q: What is the Calcitonin IHC test used for?
This test identifies calcitonin protein in biopsy samples to confirm medullary thyroid cancer diagnosis.
يُستخدم تحليل الكالسيتونين بالكيمياء النسيجية المناعية للكشف عن سرطان الغدة الدرقية النخاعي وتوجيه العلاج.
Q: How should I prepare for the biopsy and test?
Provide your complete histopathology report, biopsy site details, and full clinical history to the lab.
قدم تقرير الأنسجة الكامل وموقع الخزعة والتاريخ السريري للمختبر لضمان دقة النتائج.
Q: When will I receive the report and how is it delivered?
Reports are available within 5 days for tissue blocks and 7 days for large cases.
تصدر التقارير خلال 5 أيام لعينات الأنسجة العادية و7 أيام للحالات الكبيرة، وتُرسل إلكترونيًا.
Lab Accreditation: ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139), DHA Facility License 9834453.
Pre‑ Requirements: Submit tumor tissue in 10% formal‑saline or formalin‑fixed paraffin‑embedded block; ship at room temperature. Provide a copy of the histopathology report, biopsy site, and clinical history.
Support: +971 54 548 8731 (WhatsApp & Call).
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