Test Price
150 AEDโ Home Collection Available
LH & Testosterone Total Test in Dubai | 150 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Diagnostic Accuracy
99.9% sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 certified chemiluminescent processing.
Premium Home Collection
VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (8 AM โ 11 PM daily).
Post-Test Guidance
Complimentary telephonic clinical consultation for result interpretation and next-step planning.
Insurance & Billing
Direct insurance verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The LH & Testosterone Total panel is a dual-biomarker serum analysis that evaluates pituitary-gonadal axis integrity. It is essential for diagnosing hypogonadism, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), delayed puberty, infertility, and other endocrine disorders. Both hormones are quantified from a single venous blood draw using third-generation Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA) technology, which provides superior sensitivity and specificity compared to older ELISA or RIA methods.
| Feature | DNA Labs UAE | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | 99.9% (ISO 9001:2015 validated CLIA) | ~95% (ELISA / RIA) |
| Methodology | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA) โ DHA/MOHAP referenced | ELISA or Radioimmunoassay (older generation) |
| Turnaround Time | Same-day daily reporting | 24โ48 hours |
| Logistics & Collection | VIP Mobile Phlebotomy + Cold-Chain Transport | Standard manual collection, ambient courier |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Dr. Ajay Singh (DHA Registration ID: 36234132), General Practitioner, advises: โHormonal assessments must be interpreted alongside a complete clinical history, physical examination, and any relevant imaging. An isolated abnormal value is never sufficient for a diagnosis โ context is everything. Our team provides structured post-test guidance to help you determine if further specialist evaluation is warranted.โ
Important Advisory โ Do Not Alter Medications
Never discontinue or adjust prescribed hormone therapy, oral contraceptives, or androgen treatments without explicit instruction from your treating physician. Abrupt changes can cause clinically significant hormonal fluctuations and mask underlying pathology.
Exclusion Criteria & Clinical Safety Red Flags
- Confirmed or suspected pregnancy โ obstetric referral is mandatory before proceeding.
- Acute febrile illness or severe physiological stress, which can transiently suppress steroidogenesis.
- Recent use of exogenous androgens, hormone replacement therapy, or oral contraceptives โ must be documented on the request form.
- Minors under 18 years require documented parental or guardian consent in compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
- Critical high or low values are immediately escalated to the referring clinician under established critical alert protocols.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What exactly does this test measure and why do I need both hormones?
This dual-panel quantifies Luteinizing Hormone (LH) and Total Testosterone from a single serum sample. LH, secreted by the anterior pituitary, stimulates testicular testosterone production in men and ovarian follicle maturation in women. Measuring both simultaneously provides a complete functional assessment of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, enabling accurate diagnosis of conditions such as hypogonadism, PCOS, and infertility.
2. Why is the sample preferred on day 2 or 3 of the menstrual cycle?
In menstruating women, early follicular phase sampling (cycle days 2โ3) establishes reliable baseline hormone concentrations unaffected by the mid-cycle LH surge. This timing ensures accurate ovarian reserve assessment and pituitary function evaluation. For men and postmenopausal women, no cycle-based scheduling is required.
3. How does the home collection process work and when will results be ready?
A certified phlebotomist visits your residence between 8 AM and 11 PM, collects 3 mL of blood into an SST serum separator tube, and transports the specimen under strict temperature-controlled cold-chain logistics. Laboratory analysis is performed daily with same-day reporting โ your clinician typically receives results within hours of collection.
4. Are there any preparation requirements before the blood draw?
Fasting is not routinely required for LH or Testosterone measurement. However, for optimal consistency, morning sampling (between 8 AM and 10 AM) is strongly recommended because testosterone exhibits a diurnal rhythm with peak levels in the early morning. Abstain from alcohol and strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior to collection.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
All laboratory procedures and patient data handling at DNA Labs UAE are fully compliant with the following UAE federal statutes:
- Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) โ governing the collection, storage, and processing of personal health information.
- Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields โ regulating health data exchange, telemedicine, and digital health records.
All clinical staff handling patient data undergo annual PDPL compliance training. Data encryption and role-based access controls are enforced across all laboratory information systems.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | LH & Testosterone Total |
| Price (AED) | 150 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Same-day daily reporting |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Serum (peripheral venous blood, SST tube) |
| Methodology Used | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E29.1 (Testicular hypofunction), E28.2 (Polycystic ovarian syndrome), E30.0 (Delayed puberty) |
| LOINC Code | 10508-4 (Luteinizing Hormone), 2986-8 (Testosterone Total) |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License No. 1143 โ Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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