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800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Interleukin-6 (IL-6) PLUS Panel Test in UAE | 800 AED | Accurate Inflammatory Marker Analysis
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Diagnostic Accuracy: 99.9% sensitivity via ISO-certified ECLIA and immunoturbidimetry.
- Premium Logistics: VIP mobile phlebotomy with temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection (daily 8 AM – 11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance: Free telephonic consultation with a DHA-licensed general practitioner after results are issued.
- Insurance Support: Direct verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Interleukin-6 (IL-6) PLUS Panel simultaneously quantifies the key pro‑inflammatory cytokine IL‑6 and high‑sensitivity C‑Reactive Protein (hs‑CRP) using ultra‑sensitive electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA) and immunoturbidimetry. This dual‑biomarker strategy delivers same‑day results for precise risk stratification and therapeutic monitoring in chronic inflammatory conditions and early sepsis detection.
| Feature | Our IL-6 PLUS Panel | Standalone IL-6 ELISA (Reference Lab) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | ECLIA (IL-6) + Immunoturbidimetry (hs-CRP) | Manual ELISA, low sensitivity |
| Turnaround Time | Same day (sample by 4 PM) | 3–5 working days |
| Clinical Utility | Dual biomarker cascade; DHA‑compliant reporting | Single analyte; limited interpretive support |
| Price (AED) | 800 | 550–700 |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a primary care physician, I stress that IL-6 elevation is a dynamic signal—it can surge hours before clinical symptoms appear. Always correlate results with the full clinical picture; a single value must never dictate treatment alone. This panel, when combined with our rapid telephonic guidance, empowers early detection of cytokine storms or subclinical inflammation safely.”
— Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner, DHA License 36234132.
Advisory: Safe Medication Handling
Never discontinue prescribed anti‑inflammatory or immunosuppressive medications without consulting your doctor. This diagnostic test is a complementary tool and does not replace clinical judgment.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Active febrile infection with suspected bacteremia (confounds interpretation); major trauma or surgery within 48 hours.
- ER Red Flag: If IL-6 exceeds 500 pg/mL with persistent fever >39°C, hypotension, or altered mental status—seek emergency care immediately (possible cytokine release syndrome).
- Pregnant patients: interpret with caution; physiological increases up to 2.5‑fold occur in the third trimester.
- Pre‑collection: Avoid biotin supplements for 8 hours; overnight fasting preferred (water allowed).
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does the IL-6 PLUS Panel measure, and why is it ordered?
It simultaneously measures interleukin‑6 and high‑sensitivity C‑reactive protein to gauge systemic inflammatory activation and cardiovascular risk. Clinicians order it for suspected rheumatoid arthritis, cancer‑related fatigue, post‑COVID inflammatory syndrome, or to anticipate cytokine release syndrome in CAR‑T therapy.
2. How should I prepare for the IL-6 PLUS Panel blood draw?
Overnight fasting and stopping biotin‑containing supplements eight hours beforehand ensures accurate results free from interference. Our mobile phlebotomist will handle all three tube types and provide cold‑chain transport.
3. When will I receive my IL-6 PLUS Panel results, and how are they interpreted?
Same‑day reports are ready by evening, and our DHA‑licensed general practitioner offers a free telephone consultation. Interpretation is nuanced; elevated IL‑6 with normal hs‑CRP may indicate early innate immune activation, while both elevated suggest a persistent acute‑phase response.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This diagnostic service complies fully with UAE personal data protection standards set forth in 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 safety and patient consent are governed by Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. DNA Labs UAE is ISO 9001:2015 certified (INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) and holds DHA Facility License 1143.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Interleukin-6 (IL-6) PLUS Panel (IL-6 + hs-CRP) |
| Price (AED) | 800 |
| Turnaround Time | Same day (sample received by 4 PM) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Serum or plasma (peripheral blood) |
| Methodology Used | ECLIA (IL-6) + Immunoturbidimetry (hs-CRP) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | R79.89 (Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry) |
| LOINC Code | 41117-5 (Interleukin 6 Mass concentration in Serum or Plasma) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address Invariants | DHA License 1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE. Corporate Lab: DNA Labs UAE |
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