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Immunohistochemistry Neuron Specific Enolase (NSE) Test in UAE | 450 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing.
- Secure Logistics: Secure Medical Courier Solid Tissue Specimen Retrieval โ hospital extraction only; sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation.
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Test Overview & Methodology
The Neuron Specific Enolase (NSE) immunohistochemistry test detects enolase 2 (ฮณ-enolase) expression in tumor tissue, aiding in the diagnosis of neuroendocrine tumors, small cell lung carcinoma, medulloblastoma, and neuroblastoma. It provides a high-specificity marker for neuroepithelial differentiation, enabling precise classification and treatment planning.
| Feature | Our NSE IHC Test | Standard Histopathology (Without IHC) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | High-specificity monoclonal antibody targeting ฮณ-enolase; AI-assisted digital quantification | Routine morphology; may miss neuroendocrine differentiation |
| Methodology | Immunohistochemistry (DAB chromogen, validated with ISO 9001:2015) | H&E staining only |
| Turnaround Time | 5โ7 days (block/tissue complex) | 3โ5 days (but no molecular insight) |
| Specimen | FFPE tumour block or formalin-fixed tissue with histopathology report | Fresh/fixed tissue |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
โAs a specialist in diagnostic radiology, I emphasize that immunohistochemistry results must be interpreted alongside the full histopathology report and clinical context. A positive NSE stain strongly supports a neuroendocrine origin, but it is not a standalone diagnosisโwe correlate with morphology and additional markers for the most accurate assessment. Always discuss results with your treating oncologist.โ
โ Mr. Prabhakar Reddy Kalathoor, Specialist Diagnostic Radiology, DHA Registration ID: 61713011
Advisory: Medication Alerts
โ ๏ธ Important Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Altering neuroendocrine-modulating drugs or chemotherapeutic regimens without medical supervision can be life-threatening.
Exclusion Criteria & Safety Red Flags
- Unfixed or autolyzed tissue specimens โ will be rejected.
- Active severe infection at biopsy site; defer until controlled.
- Known anaphylaxis to formalin โ alternative fixatives require prior lab approval.
- Emergency signs: sudden neurological deficits, gross hemorrhage at biopsy site, or signs of intracranial pressure โ seek immediate medical care.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the purpose of the NSE immunohistochemistry test?
This test identifies neuron-specific enolase protein in tumor tissue to support diagnosis of neuroendocrine, small cell lung, and primitive neuroectodermal tumors.
2. How should I prepare the tissue sample?
Submit formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) block or tissue in 10% formal-saline, along with the histopathology report, biopsy site, and complete clinical history.
3. What is the turnaround time and cost?
Results are available within 5โ7 days depending on specimen complexity, and the test costs 450 AED inclusive of interpretation.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance
This diagnostic service adheres to 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 comply with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Processing is performed under ISO 9001:2015 certification (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) and Dubai Health Authority guidelines, ensuring safety, confidentiality, and international quality standards.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Immunohistochemistry Neuron Specific Enolase (NSE) Test |
| Price (AED) | 450 |
| Turnaround Time | 5โ7 business days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Archival Tissue Specimen โ FFPE tumour block or formalin-fixed tissue with histopathology report |
| Methodology Used | Immunohistochemistry (DAB chromogen, ISO 9001:2015 validated) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | C7A.8 (Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors) |
| LOINC Code | 71687-6 (Neuron specific enolase [Presence] in Tissue by Immunohistochemistry) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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