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Pathology tests in Dubai & UAE

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450.00โ€“2,500.00 AED

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Pathology diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description Specimen Typical duration Price Options
TEST-1443
Large Bone Biopsy (5 Cores) Post-Chemotherapy Test

This diagnostic test evaluates bone tissue post-chemotherapy to assess treatment response and detect residual cancer cells.

Bone Tissue Cores (5 cores) 10 days 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["Residual malignant cells", "Treatment response", "Tumour necrosis", "Fibrosis"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Requires a DHA-licensed physician prescription", "Inform doctor of all anticoagulants, herbal supplements, and allergy history", "May require holding blood thinners prior to the procedure"]
Indications
["Assessment of treatment response post-chemotherapy", "Detection of residual malignant cells in bone", "Guiding precision oncology decisions"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 33717-0 ICD-10: Z08.0
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates bone tissue post-chemotherapy to assess treatment response and detect residual cancer cells.
TEST-1784
Liver Biopsy with Special Stains Test

This test provides a detailed histological analysis of liver tissue using special stains and immunohistochemistry to diagnose liver diseases, stage fibrosis, and identify malignanc...

Solid Tissue (Liver Core Biopsy) 5 Working Days 550.00 AED
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What it measures
["Hepatic tissue morphology", "Presence of specific proteins (e.g., CK7, CK19, HepPar1, p53)", "Iron deposits (Prussian Blue)", "Collagen deposition (Massonโ€™s Trichrome)", "Glycogen storage (PAS-D)", "Reticulin framework (Reticulin)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Immunohistochemistry (CK7, CK19, HepPar1, p53)", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Histochemistry (Massonโ€™s Trichrome, PAS-D, Reticulin, Prussian Blue)", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["Fasting for 6โ€“8 hours prior to the procedure", "Undergo a blood test to evaluate coagulation status", "Arrange for a companion to drive home"]
Indications
["Diagnosis of genetic metabolic liver diseases", "Staging of hepatic fibrosis and cirrhosis", "Characterization of liver malignancies", "Evaluation of autoimmune hepatitis", "Assessment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 47535-8 ICD-10: K76.9, K74.60, K70.9
Clinical summary
This test provides a detailed histological analysis of liver tissue using special stains and immunohistochemistry to diagnose liver diseases, stage fibrosis, and identify malignancies.
TEST-1783
Muscle Biopsy with Special Stains & IHC Test

This diagnostic test evaluates muscle tissue for structural abnormalities, enzyme deficiencies, and immune-mediated damage.

Muscle Tissue 10 days (expedited reporting) 1,400.00 AED
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What it measures
["Structural abnormalities in muscle fibers", "Enzyme deficiencies", "Immune-mediated damage"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Gomori trichrome stain", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "NADH stain", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Immunolabeling for dystrophin", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Immunolabeling for MHC-I", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["Requires a doctor's prescription.", "Avoid blood thinners as advised by your referring physician.", "Inform the team of any allergies or medications beforehand.", "Temporary adjustment of anticoagulants may be required under strict medical supervision."]
Indications
["Suspected inflammatory myopathy", "Suspected genetic dystrophy", "Suspected metabolic myopathy"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 78349-2 ICD-10: M62.89
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates muscle tissue for structural abnormalities, enzyme deficiencies, and immune-mediated damage.
TEST-1781
Nerve Biopsy with Special Stains Test

This test evaluates nerve tissue morphology and composition using special stains to diagnose various peripheral neuropathies.

Nerve Tissue (sural nerve or other peripheral nerve biopsy) 10 calendar days 600.00 AED
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What it measures
["Nerve tissue morphology", "Presence of specific deposits (e.g., amyloid)", "Inflammation markers", "Neoplastic infiltration"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Doctorโ€™s prescription is mandatory.", "Discuss all medications and allergies with your neurologist.", "May need to stop blood thinners under medical supervision.", "Fasting is not required unless sedation is planned."]
Indications
["Diagnosis of peripheral neuropathies", "Suspected vasculitis", "Suspected amyloidosis", "Suspected hereditary neuropathies", "Suspected neoplastic infiltration", "Inconclusive electrodiagnostic tests and imaging"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 60568-7 ICD-10: G62.9, G60.9
Clinical summary
This test evaluates nerve tissue morphology and composition using special stains to diagnose various peripheral neuropathies.
TEST-1778
Renal Biopsy 3โ€‘Bottle (Paraffin, Immunofluorescence, and Electron Microscopy) Test

This test provides a comprehensive evaluation of kidney tissue using three distinct methods: light microscopy, immunofluorescence, and electron microscopy.

Kidney Core Needle Biopsy Tissue โ€“ Three fractions: Formalin-fixed (paraffin), Fresh frozen (IF), Glutaraldehyde-fixed (EM) Up to 21 working days (Histopathology & IF: 5 working days; Electron Microscopy: up to 21 days) 2,200.00 AED
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What it measures
["Kidney tissue architecture (light microscopy)", "Immune complex deposition (immunofluorescence)", "Ultrastructural details (electron microscopy)"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Continue all prescribed medications unless instructed otherwise by your nephrologist.", "Bring a current medication list to the appointment.", "Follow specific instructions regarding anticoagulants as directed by your nephrologist."]
Indications
["Diagnosis of unexplained kidney disease", "Evaluation of glomerulonephritis", "Assessment of transplant rejection", "Diagnosis of genetic nephropathies", "Investigation of vasculitis affecting the kidney"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 76019-5 ICD-10: N17.9, N18.9, M32.14
Clinical summary
This test provides a comprehensive evaluation of kidney tissue using three distinct methods: light microscopy, immunofluorescence, and electron microscopy.
TEST-1777
Renal Transplant Biopsy with C4d (Without Immunofluorescence) Test

This diagnostic test evaluates kidney transplant tissue for evidence of antibody-mediated rejection by detecting C4d deposition.

Core Needle Renal Biopsy Tissue โ€“ Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded (FFPE) Block 5 Working Days 900.00 AED
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What it measures
["C4d deposition in peritubular capillaries", "Histopathological features of graft injury (glomerulitis, arteritis, interstitial inflammation, tubular atrophy)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "C4d Staining", "reference_range": "C4d0 to C4d3 (Banff 2019 Classification)"}, {"name": "Glomerulitis", "reference_range": "Banff 2019 Classification Score"}, {"name": "Arteritis", "reference_range": "Banff 2019 Classification Score"}, {"name": "Interstitial Inflammation", "reference_range": "Banff 2019 Classification Score"}, {"name": "Tubular Atrophy", "reference_range": "Banff 2019 Classification Score"}, {"name": "Interstitial Fibrosis", "reference_range": "Banff 2019 Classification Score"}]
Preparation
["Continue prescribed antirejection medications without interruption.", "Do not discontinue or modify anticoagulant, antiplatelet, or immunosuppressive medication without consulting your transplant nephrologist."]
Indications
["Suspected antibody-mediated rejection", "Evaluation of unexplained kidney transplant dysfunction", "Guiding immunosuppressive therapy adjustments"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 33774-9 ICD-10: T86.11, Z94.0
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates kidney transplant tissue for evidence of antibody-mediated rejection by detecting C4d deposition.
TEST-1152
Review of 15-20 Slide and Block (Histopathology Second Opinion) Test

This test provides a second opinion on histopathology findings from existing tissue slides and blocks.

Archival Tissue Specimen โ€“ Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded (FFPE) Tissue Blocks and Corresponding Glass Slides 6 Working Days 700.00 AED
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What it measures
["Diagnosis Confirmation/Refinement", "Grade Assessment", "Biomarker Status Evaluation"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["A valid doctorโ€™s prescription is mandatory unless indicated for surgical planning, pregnancy-related pathology, or pre-travel clearance.", "Do not discontinue prescribed medication without explicit instruction from your physician."]
Indications
["Complex histologic cases", "Oncologic cases", "Inconclusive initial reports", "Borderline tumors", "Pre-surgical planning", "Pregnancy-related pathology", "Pre-travel clearance"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 60568-6 ICD-10: Z01.818
Clinical summary
This test provides a second opinion on histopathology findings from existing tissue slides and blocks.
TEST-1523
Slide Digitization (11-20 Slides) Test

This service digitizes 11-20 physical pathology slides into high-resolution whole-slide images for remote analysis and archival.

Archival Tissue Specimen โ€“ Histopathology slides, IHC slides, cytology smears (11-20 slides) Next business day after slide receipt (cut-off 6 PM) 450.00 AED
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What it measures
["Histopathology slide morphology", "Immunohistochemistry slide morphology", "Cytology smear morphology"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Remote oncological consultation", "Advanced computational analysis", "Permanent archival of pathology slides", "Second opinions", "Multidisciplinary tumor board integration"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 60567-5 ICD-10: Z01.89
Clinical summary
This service digitizes 11-20 physical pathology slides into high-resolution whole-slide images for remote analysis and archival.

Category overview

Pathology: overview

Uncovering the underlying causes of illness requires meticulous examination, offering the definitive clarity you need to move forward with your health. At DNA Labs UAE, our core Pathology services utilize high-resolution digital microscopy and advanced automated analyzers to evaluate blood, tissues, and cellular structures. This comprehensive pathology testing in the UAE serves as the foundational tool for your doctor's clinical guidance and disease management. Operating as a leading diagnostic lab in Dubai and the UAE, we are dedicated to providing fast, exceptionally accurate reporting alongside uncompromising patient confidentiality protocols. Empower your healthcare decisions today. View our pathology tests below, schedule a seamless home sample collection, or reach out to our laboratory experts for more information.

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