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450 AEDโ Home Collection Available
Vimentin Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Test in UAE | 450 AED | DNA Labs UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
DNA Labs UAE offers the Vimentin Immunohistochemistry (IHC) test, a gold-standard tissue-based assay for detecting vimentin protein expression in formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tumor blocks and biopsy specimens. This assay is critical for accurate sarcoma subtyping, carcinoma mesenchymal transition profiling, and metastatic workup.
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing.
- Premium Logistics: Secure Medical Courier Solid Tissue Specimen Retrieval. Hospital Extraction Only โ 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.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Vimentin Immunohistochemistry (IHC) test is the definitive diagnostic standard employed by oncologists and surgical pathologists to identify vimentin intermediate filament proteins within neoplastic tissue. Our fully automated platform utilizes standardized Vimentin antibody clones on FFPE tissue sections, ensuring highly reproducible, quantitative interpretation. The test provides crucial evidence for distinguishing mesenchymal tumors from epithelial, lymphoid, or melanocytic neoplasms when integrated with a comprehensive IHC panel.
This assay is performed exclusively on solid tissue specimens retrieved via a secure medical courier service. All samples are processed under ISO 9001:2015 accredited protocols, with a rapid 5โ7 day turnaround time. Results are delivered with a detailed pathology report contextualizing the staining intensity and distribution relative to clinical history.
| Feature | Our Test (Vimentin IHC) | Closest Alternative (H&E + Morphology) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | 99.9% antigen-specific staining, quantitative interpretation | Observer-dependent, no molecular marker confirmation |
| Methodology | Automated IHC with standardized Vimentin antibody clones | Histochemical dyes (H&E) โ morphological only |
| Turnaround | 5โ7 days (block / tissue) | 1โ2 days (non-specific for sarcoma lineage) |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
โVimentin IHC provides essential mesenchymal lineage evidence in complex tumor diagnostics. However, positivity alone must be interpreted within the full immunohistochemical panel and clinical context, including correlation with radiology, surgical margins, and complementary markers such as cytokeratin or S100. Our laboratory guarantees 99.9% diagnostic accuracy through rigorous quality audits and pathologist-led result validation.โ
โ Mr. Prabhakar Reddy Kalathoor | Specialist Diagnostic Radiology | DHA Registration ID: 61713011
Critical Clinical Advisory
Do not initiate, modify, or discontinue oncology therapy based exclusively on a single IHC marker. Vimentin results must be evaluated alongside histopathological assessment and full biomarker profiling. Always consult with your treating oncologist or a board-certified pathologist to correlate findings with your complete medical and surgical history.
Patient Safety Exclusion & Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria: Insufficient biopsy (<2 mmยณ), extensively necrotic tumor tissue, improper fixation (e.g., decalcified samples), or missing clinical history and biopsy site details.
- Emergency Red Flags: Suspected active infection at the biopsy site, uncontrolled bleeding diathesis, or systemic sepsis. In such cases, elective biopsy must be postponed and immediate medical attention sought.
- Specimen Handling Protocol: Submit tumor tissue in 10% neutral-buffered formalin or as an FFPE block at room temperature. Incomplete submission forms will result in specimen rejection. Use a Secure Medical Courier for all solid tissue transfers.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. How accurate is the Vimentin IHC test for sarcoma diagnosis?
The Vimentin IHC achieves 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity when performed on adequate, properly fixed tumor tissue. It is interpreted alongside a full panel of mesenchymal and epithelial markers to provide definitive lineage evidence. False negatives are rare and typically associated with poor tissue fixation or antigen retrieval failure, which our laboratory rigorously controls through ISO-accredited protocols.
2. How is the sample collected for this test?
Sample collection is performed exclusively within an accredited hospital setting. A surgical pathologist or interventional radiologist obtains the biopsy. For archival specimens, our Secure Medical Courier service retrieves your existing FFPE tissue block or histology slides from the hospital or storage facility. Mobile home phlebotomy is not available for this test.
3. Can I book home collection for a biopsy sample?
No. As an archival tissue specimen test, Vimentin IHC requires retrieval of existing solid tissue blocks or slides via a Secure Medical Courier. If a fresh biopsy is required, it must be conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility. Contact our team via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731 to coordinate secure courier pickup from your hospital or clinic.
4. What is the turnaround time for the Vimentin IHC test?
The standard turnaround time is 5 to 7 business days from the time the FFPE block or biopsy tissue is received in our laboratory. Complex cases requiring additional IHC marker panels or specialist pathologist review may require up to 7 days. You will be notified via SMS and email once the report is ready for digital download.
5. Will my health insurance cover this test?
DNA Labs UAE is in-network with leading insurance providers across the UAE. Our team can verify your eligibility and direct billing coverage via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731. Please have your policy number and insurer details ready for verification. Out-of-pocket payment can be made securely online or at our Dubai Healthcare City laboratory.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE operates in full compliance with the UAE's stringent healthcare data protection and medical liability frameworks. Patient confidentiality and clinical data security are enforced through:
- Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL), governing the processing and transfer of personal health data.
- Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields, ensuring secure storage and transmission of electronic medical records.
- Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability, upholding the highest standards of clinical safety, informed consent, and patient rights during diagnostic procedures.
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified Quality Management System (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Our DHA-licensed facility guarantees that all test results and associated clinical metadata are processed on secure, encrypted platforms with strict access control.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Vimentin Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Test |
| Price (AED) | 450 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 5โ7 Business Days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded (FFPE) Tissue Block or Biopsy Slides (Archival Specimen) |
| Methodology Used | Automated Immunohistochemistry (IHC) with Standardized Vimentin Antibody Clones |
| ICD-10-CM Code | C49.9 (Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified) |
| LOINC Code | 21556-5 (Vimentin Ab in Tissue by Immunohistochemistry) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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