Test Price
850 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Steroid Panel 3 (15 Steroids) Test in UAE | 850 AED | DHA Licensed Lab
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
The Steroid Panel 3 (15 Steroids) test delivers 99.9% diagnostic accuracy via gold-standard LC-MS/MS technology at a leading DHA-licensed facility. This comprehensive adrenal and gonadal steroid profile quantifies 15 key hormones with no cross-reactivity, supporting endocrinologists, sports scientists, and functional medicine practitioners in diagnosing adrenal dysfunction, performance-related imbalances, and exogenous steroid use. Results are available within 2–3 business days, with VIP mobile phlebotomy and temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Steroid Panel 3 (15 Steroids) is the most comprehensive adrenal and gonadal steroid profile available in the UAE, quantifying 15 key hormones by gold-standard LC-MS/MS for unmatched specificity. Designed for endocrinologists, sports scientists, and functional medicine practitioners, it pinpoints adrenal dysfunction, performance-related imbalances, and exogenous steroid use with clinical precision. A 2 mL serum sample (1 mL minimum) is collected in a plain Red Top tube without additive; SST gel barrier tubes must not be used. Due to circadian variation, collection is scheduled between 8–10 AM or 4–6 PM, with the exact time and date recorded on both the specimen container and test request form.
| Feature | Our Steroid Panel 3 | Closest Alternative (Basic Hormone Screen) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | LC-MS/MS (Tandem Mass Spectrometry) | Immunoassay (limited cross-reactivity) |
| Analytes Measured | 15 steroids (full adrenal & gonadal pathway) | 4–6 hormones (cortisol, DHEA-S, testosterone, etc.) |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 business days (sample Mon/Thu by 9 AM → report Wed/Sat) | Often 5–7 working days |
| Diagnostic Accuracy | 99.9% sensitivity, no cross-interference | ~85–90%; risk of false positives |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“Steroid profiles offer a powerful diagnostic lens for adrenal and gonadal function, but they must be interpreted alongside the patient’s full clinical picture. This LC-MS/MS panel eliminates the cross-reactivity pitfalls of older immunoassays, giving clinicians a reliable metabolic map. I always advise patients that this test is a guide to inform, not replace, a thorough medical evaluation with their treating physician.” – Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Advisory Notice
⚠️ Do Not Discontinue Prescribed Medication
Never stop or alter any prescribed medication, including corticosteroids or hormone therapies, without explicit instruction from your treating doctor. Abrupt discontinuation can lead to serious health consequences such as adrenal crisis or hormone withdrawal symptoms.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
When Testing Is Not Appropriate
- Not suitable for patients with acute infections, recent major surgery, or those on high-dose corticosteroids unless medically advised to test.
- If you experience severe abdominal pain, uncontrollable vomiting, sudden hypotension, or altered consciousness, seek emergency care immediately.
- Avoid testing during the post-operative recovery phase (within 4 weeks) unless cleared by your treating physician.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the Steroid Panel 3 (15 Steroids) and what does it measure?
This comprehensive panel measures 15 steroid hormones using LC-MS/MS technology to precisely identify adrenal, gonadal, or performance-related imbalances. It avoids cross-reactivity seen in older immunoassays and provides a detailed map of your steroidogenesis pathway, enabling accurate diagnosis of conditions such as congenital adrenal hyperplasia, Cushing’s syndrome, adrenal insufficiency, and polycystic ovary syndrome.
2. Why must the blood sample be collected between 8–10 AM or 4–6 PM?
Steroid levels follow a natural circadian rhythm; sampling at 8–10 AM or 4–6 PM ensures reliable diagnostic accuracy. Cortisol and many adrenal steroids fluctuate significantly throughout the day. Drawing blood outside these windows can produce misleadingly low or high values, compromising the clinical interpretation. This timed approach aligns with standard endocrine society guidelines for diurnal hormone profiling.
3. Is home blood collection available and how is it handled?
Yes, our ISO-certified phlebotomists use VIP mobile phlebotomy with temperature-controlled cold-chain protocols to collect your sample safely at your preferred location. Each collection kit is pre-labelled with unique identifiers to ensure full traceability from your doorstep to our accredited laboratory. Home collection is available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM, and the phlebotomist brings the correct plain Red Top tube required for the assay.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
All testing services 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, ensuring your personal and medical data remain secure. Clinical testing safety and patient consent procedures adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. For insurance verification or to schedule your VIP home collection, contact us via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Steroid Panel 3 (15 Steroids) |
| Price (AED) | 850 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 business days (samples received Mon/Thu by 9 AM yield reports Wed/Sat) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | 2 mL serum (1 mL min.) from plain Red Top tube; do not use SST gel barrier tubes. VIP mobile phlebotomy & temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM. |
| Methodology Used | LC-MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E27.9 (Disorder of adrenal gland, unspecified), R79.89 (Other specified abnormal findings in blood chemistry) |
| LOINC Code | 94306-8 (Steroid panel - Serum or Plasma) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA Facility License Number: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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