Test Price
2,500 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Bupropion Therapeutic Drug Monitoring Test in UAE | 2500 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Precision & Quality
- Accuracy: 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity via ISO‑accredited LC‑MS/MS processing.
- Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature‑Controlled Cold‑Chain Home Collection (daily 8 AM – 11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic post‑test interpretation by DHA‑licensed specialists.
- Insurance: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Bupropion Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) test quantifies serum bupropion and its active metabolite hydroxybupropion using state‑of‑the‑art liquid chromatography‑tandem mass spectrometry (LC‑MS/MS). This method ensures high precision and specificity for monitoring antidepressant or smoking‑cessation therapy in adult and adolescent patients.
| Feature | Our Test (LC‑MS/MS) | Standard HPLC |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | 99.9% sensitivity with LC‑MS/MS | ±15% variability at low concentrations |
| Method | Liquid Chromatography‑Tandem Mass Spectrometry | High‑Performance Liquid Chromatography with UV detection |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 weeks | 3–4 weeks |
| Price (AED) | 2500 | 2200–2800 |
| Home Collection | Yes – ISO Cold‑Chain | Often not available |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner, DHA Registration ID: 36234132, states:
“A single serum bupropion level provides valuable pharmacokinetic data, but interpretation must always integrate the patient’s clinical response, side effects, and overall treatment history. Therapeutic drug monitoring is a guide, not a substitute for thorough clinical evaluation.”
Critical Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue bupropion or adjust your dosage without consulting your physician. Abrupt cessation may lead to relapse of depression or nicotine withdrawal symptoms. Always follow your doctor’s guidance.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
Exclusion Criteria: Known seizure disorder, inability to provide a trough sample (e.g., missed dose timing), hemolyzed or lipemic serum, hypersensitivity to any collection material.
Emergency Red Flags – Seek Immediate Medical Attention: New‑onset seizures, severe hypertension (≥180/120 mmHg), tachycardia with confusion, psychosis, suicidal ideation, or symptoms suggestive of serotonin syndrome (agitation, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity).
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the purpose of the Bupropion Test?
The test measures serum concentrations of bupropion and its active metabolite to ensure therapeutic effectiveness, minimize toxicity, and guide dosing adjustments in patients undergoing treatment for depression or smoking cessation.
2. How should I prepare for the Bupropion blood test?
You must have the blood sample drawn immediately before your next scheduled dose (trough level). Do not take the morning dose prior to collection. Continue all other medications as prescribed unless otherwise directed by your physician.
3. What do the results mean and how soon can I get them?
Results are typically reported within 2–3 weeks. Your physician will correlate the serum level with your clinical response and side effects to determine optimal dosing. The test serves as a snapshot and should be interpreted in the context of your overall treatment.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This diagnostic service fully complies 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. Patient data are encrypted, accessed only on a need‑to‑know basis, and never shared without explicit consent. The laboratory is accredited under ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) and operates under the oversight of the Dubai Health Authority.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Bupropion & Hydroxybupropion (Therapeutic Drug Monitoring) |
| Price (AED) | 2,500 |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Serum (3 mL, plain red top tube, no SST gel barrier) |
| Methodology Used | Liquid Chromatography‑Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC‑MS/MS) |
| ICD‑10‑CM Code | Z51.81 (Encounter for therapeutic drug monitoring) |
| LOINC Code | 3530-0 (Bupropion [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma) |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License No. 1143 | DNA Labs UAE | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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