Test Price
850 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Succinylacetone Blood Test in UAE | 850 AED | DHA-Approved
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Certified LC-MS/MS on dried blood spot.
- VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (8 AM – 11 PM) with special filter paper kit.
- Telephonic Clinical Guidance on result interpretation by DHA-licensed genetics expert.
- Direct Insurance Billing verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
- Turnaround Time: 4 days (Monday/Thursday collection cut-off).
Test Overview & Methodology
The Succinylacetone Blood Test is a definitive screening and diagnostic tool for Tyrosinemia Type I, a rare but severe inborn error of metabolism. Using heel-prick dried blood spot analysis, this test measures succinylacetone levels with unparalleled precision, enabling early intervention to prevent liver failure and neurological damage.
| Parameter | Our Test (DHA-Approved) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | LC-MS/MS (Dried Blood Spot) | GC-MS (Urine Organic Acids) |
| Sample | Heel/Finger prick, special filter paper | Venipuncture, 5 mL blood or urine |
| Precision | 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity, ISO-certified | Variable, not always accredited |
| Turnaround Time | 4 days (Mon/Thu collection) | 5–10 working days |
| Price | 850 AED | Often 1,200+ AED |
| UAE Regulatory Status | DHA & ISO 9001:2015 compliant | May lack DHA accreditation |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a consultant medical geneticist, I emphasize that an elevated succinylacetone level is a hallmark of Tyrosinemia Type I. Early detection through this dried blood spot test can be life-saving. However, interpretation must always be paired with clinical correlation, liver function tests, and confirmatory genetic analysis. Never discontinue prescribed medications without consulting a specialist.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Advisory: Medication Warning
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. This test does not replace clinical judgment or ongoing treatment.
Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
- Exclusion: Not suitable for children with severe hemophilia or active bleeding disorder without physician clearance.
- ER Red Flags: Seek immediate medical attention if your child develops jaundice, seizures, lethargy, or poor feeding after testing – these may indicate an acute metabolic crisis.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is succinylacetone and why is it tested?
Succinylacetone is a toxic metabolite that accumulates in Tyrosinemia Type I, a life-threatening disorder requiring prompt treatment. This test screens for its presence using a dried blood spot, enabling early dietary and pharmacological intervention to prevent irreversible liver and kidney damage.
2. How is the sample collected for this test?
A DHA-certified phlebotomist brings a special filter paper kit to your home. After a quick heel or finger prick, a few drops of blood are spotted onto the paper and immediately refrigerated for cold-chain transport. No frozen transport is required.
3. When will I receive my results?
Results are reported within 4 days if the sample reaches our lab by 9 AM on Monday or Thursday. You will also receive a telephonic consultation from a DHA-licensed genetics specialist to interpret the findings.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This test and its associated data handling comply 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. Clinical safety and patient consent follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. All clinical content is reviewed by DHA-certified physicians.
DHA Facility License: 1143 | ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Succinylacetone Blood Test |
| Price (AED) | 850 |
| Turnaround Time | 4 days (Monday/Thursday collection cutoff) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Dried Blood Spot (Heel/Finger Prick) on Filter Paper – VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Methodology Used | Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E70.21 (Tyrosinemia Type I) |
| LOINC Code | 104570-3 (Succinylacetone [Moles/volume] in Dried blood spot) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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