Steroid Panel 2 (9 Steroids) Test in UAE | 750 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines

تحليل لوحة الستيرويد 2 (9 ستيرويدات) في الإمارات | 750 درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي

الملخص التنفيذي: دقة تشخيصية 99.9% عبر مختبر معتمد دوليًا (ISO 9001:2015) وخدمة سحب منزلي متميزة مع استشارة هاتفية فورية لتفسير النتائج.

Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Certified LC-MS/MS Processing.
Premium Logistics: Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection via ISO Certified Cold-Chain Home Collection & VIP Mobile Phlebotomy (8 AM‑11 PM).
Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation with DHA-licensed endocrinologist.
Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.

Clinical Overview

The Steroid Panel 2 quantifies 9 critical serum steroids (cortisol, DHEA-S, androstenedione, testosterone & precursors) by LC-MS/MS, the gold standard for adrenal and gonadal axis assessment, delivering unmatched specificity for complex endocrine disorders.

يقيس هذا الفحص 9 ستيرويدات مصلية رئيسية بدقة فائقة باستخدام تقنية LC-MS/MS، مما يوفر تقييمًا متكاملًا لوظائف الغدة الكظرية والتناسلية.

Feature	Our Test (LC-MS/MS)	Standard Immunoassay Panel
Precision & Specificity	99.9% – no cross‑reactivity with similar steroids	Up to 20% cross‑reactivity, frequent false elevations
Methodology	Liquid Chromatography‑Tandem Mass Spectrometry (TMS)	Chemiluminescent / ELISA immunoassay
Turnaround Time	3‑4 working days (Sample Mon/Thu by 9 AM → Report Wed/Sat)	Often 5‑7 days with inferior resolution

Physician Insight & Safety Protocol

“I always remind my patients that steroid profiles are a powerful tool, but they must be interpreted alongside symptoms and physical examination. Never adjust your hormone therapy based on a single panel; let’s review your results together to create a personalized care plan.” — Dr. PRABHAKAR REDDY, DHA License: 61713011, Consultant Endocrinologist.

⚠️ MEDICATION WARNING: Do not discontinue prescribed corticosteroid, androgen, or estrogen therapy without consulting your treating physician. Abrupt withdrawal can trigger life-threatening adrenal crisis.

Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags

Exclusion: Active febrile illness or acute infection within 48 hours; pregnancy (altered binding globulins); known allergy to topical antiseptic used in collection.
Red Flags – Seek immediate care: Sudden severe back/abdominal pain, profound weakness, confusion, or salt craving; these may indicate acute adrenal insufficiency.

Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance

1. Why do I need a panel of 9 steroids instead of a single cortisol?

Snippet Answer: A 9‑steroid panel simultaneously measures cortisol, DHEA‑S, androstenedione, testosterone, and their precursors, providing a comprehensive map of adrenal and gonadal enzyme activity that a single cortisol level cannot offer. يوفر قياس 9 ستيرويدات خريطة متكاملة لنشاط إنزيمات الغدة الكظرية والتناسلية، مما يساعد في تشخيص حالات مثل فرط التنسج الكظري الخلقي ومتلازمة كوشينغ بدقة عالية.

2. How should I prepare for the blood collection and are there dietary restrictions?

Snippet Answer: Fasting for 10‑12 hours is recommended; avoid biotin supplements for 72 hours, and schedule your draw strictly between 8‑10 AM or 4‑6 PM due to natural diurnal steroid rhythm. يُوصى بالصيام لمدة 10-12 ساعة وتجنب مكملات البيوتين لمدة 72 ساعة، مع ضرورة سحب العينة بين 8-10 صباحًا أو 4-6 مساءً لمراعاة الإيقاع اليومي للهرمونات.

3. What do abnormal results mean and what are the next steps?

Snippet Answer: Abnormal results may indicate congenital adrenal hyperplasia, Cushing’s syndrome, or polycystic ovary syndrome; follow‑up with an endocrinologist for dynamic suppression testing (e.g., dexamethasone suppression) is essential. قد تشير النتائج غير الطبيعية إلى فرط تنسج كظري خلقي أو متلازمة كوشينغ أو متلازمة تكيس المبايض، ويتطلب ذلك استشارة فورية مع أخصائي غدد صماء لإجراء اختبارات تثبيط إضافية.

In compliance with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024 (Art. 87), CDS Law 2026 (Minors), and UAE PDPL, all patient data is processed with strict confidentiality. Home collection for minors requires documented guardian consent.

Facility License: 9834453 | ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). Methodology: LC-MS/MS (Tandem Mass Spectrometry).

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