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Porphyrin tests in Dubai & UAE

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Porphyrin diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description Specimen Typical duration Price Options
TEST-2931
Porphobilinogen (PBG) Quantitative 24-Hour Urine Test

This test measures the quantitative level of porphobilinogen in a 24-hour urine collection to diagnose acute hepatic porphyrias.

24-Hour Urine (Light-Protected Collection) Same Day (if sample received by 9 AM) 850.00 AED
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What it measures
["Porphobilinogen (PBG) levels", "Heme biosynthesis pathway intermediates"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Porphobilinogen (PBG)", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["Collect all urine for 24 hours in a dark container", "Avoid light exposure at all times", "Discard first morning urine", "Refrigerate sample during collection", "Do not discontinue prescribed medications without consulting physician"]
Indications
["Suspected acute hepatic porphyria (AIP, VP, HCP)", "Monitoring therapy effectiveness", "Differentiating acute attacks from secondary causes"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 14842-9 ICD-10: E80.21, E80.2
Clinical summary
This test measures the quantitative level of porphobilinogen in a 24-hour urine collection to diagnose acute hepatic porphyrias.

Category overview

Porphyrin: overview

Investigating rare metabolic disorders or unexplained skin and neurological symptoms requires the highest level of precise, specialized diagnostic care. Within our advanced Biochemistry services, Porphyrin testing precisely measures these essential organic compounds to evaluate your body's heme production pathway. By utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic technology, an accurate porphyrin analysis helps identify intricate chemical build-ups, offering the vital clarity needed to safely guide specialized medical treatments and preventative strategies. Highly regarded for complex biochemical analysis among diagnostic labs in Dubai and the UAE, DNA Labs ensures strict patient confidentiality, exceptional analytical accuracy, and highly efficient turnaround times. Take an empowered step toward targeted wellnessโ€”schedule your porphyrin testing in UAE, arrange a seamless home sample collection, or reach out to our specialized support team.

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