Test Price
4,500 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Paroxetine Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) in UAE | 4500 AED | DHA Licensed LC-MS/MS Analysis
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Accuracy Guarantee
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited LC-MS/MS Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Premium Logistics
VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM. Samples collected by DHA-licensed phlebotomists under ISO-certified cold-chain protocols.
Clinical Guidance
Complimentary telephonic post-test clinical guidance in result interpretation by DHA-licensed professionals.
Insurance
Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
Paroxetine monitoring quantifies the drug level in serum to guide dosing for depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorders, ensuring efficacy while minimizing side effects. This gold-standard quantitative assay employs Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) to achieve 99.9% specificity with no cross-reactivity from metabolites or co-administered medications.
| Feature | Our Test (LC-MS/MS) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (Gold Standard) | Immunoassay / HPLC |
| Precision | 99.9% specificity, no cross-reactivity | Moderate; susceptible to metabolite interference |
| Turnaround Time | Reports after 2–3 weeks (batch testing via send-out reference laboratory) | 3–7 days (often less reliable methodology) |
| Regulatory Recognition | DHA/MOHAP compliant; ISO 9001 certified | Limited accreditation |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Insight from Dr. Ajay Singh (DHA ID: 36234132)
"Clinicians must integrate paroxetine serum concentrations with the patient's full psychiatric presentation, including side effect burden and adherence patterns. The therapeutic window of 20–60 ng/mL is evidence-based, yet inter-individual metabolism variability demands personalized dose titration. This laboratory value should never override clinical judgment or replace direct physician evaluation."
Medication Advisory Precautions
Critical Safety Notice
Do not discontinue prescribed paroxetine or adjust your dosage without consulting your physician. Abrupt cessation can precipitate withdrawal symptoms (dizziness, nausea, headache, paresthesia) or trigger a relapse of the underlying condition. This test is a monitoring tool, not a substitute for ongoing psychiatric care.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Active suicidal ideation or recent suicide attempt – seek immediate psychiatric crisis intervention.
- Symptoms of serotonin syndrome: agitation, confusion, tachycardia, hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, clonus – call 998 (UAE emergency) or proceed to nearest emergency department.
- Patients under 18 years require parental or guardian consent and a psychiatrist referral prior to TDM as per UAE pediatric prescribing guidelines.
- Hemolyzed or lipemic serum sample – recollection is mandatory for accurate quantification.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the paroxetine test and why do I need it?
The paroxetine blood test precisely measures drug levels to prevent toxicity, confirm adherence, and guide dose adjustments for safer psychiatric care. It is typically ordered when starting treatment, after dose changes, or if you experience unexpected side effects or lack of improvement.
2. How do I prepare for the paroxetine test?
A blood sample of 2 mL serum must be collected in a red-top tube (no gel separator) just before your next scheduled dose, after reaching steady state (typically 5–7 days after a dose change). Do not use SST gel barrier tubes; separate serum within 2 hours and keep refrigerated or frozen until shipment via our cold-chain courier.
3. What do my results mean and when will I get them?
Therapeutic ranges for paroxetine are generally 20–60 ng/mL; results below this range may indicate non-adherence or fast metabolism, while levels above raise the risk of toxicity. Reports become available 2–3 weeks after sample reception due to batch LC-MS/MS analysis performed at our reference laboratory.
4. Will my insurance cover this test?
Coverage depends on your policy and insurer. We offer direct billing verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731. Please have your insurance card and policy number ready for rapid eligibility checking.
5. Who interprets my results and what follow-up is provided?
A DHA-licensed professional provides complimentary telephonic post-test guidance to help you understand your results. However, dose adjustments are the responsibility of your treating psychiatrist, who has access to your full clinical history.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Federal Compliance Framework
All diagnostic services comply with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) ensuring your medical information is processed, stored, and transmitted under strict confidentiality controls. Health data handling further adheres to Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields, mandating secure electronic health record management and patient consent protocols. Clinical safety and patient consent obligations follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. The mandatory Send Out Consent Form (Form 35) must be completed prior to specimen dispatch for reference laboratory analysis.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Paroxetine Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) |
| Price (AED) | 4,500 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 weeks (batch LC-MS/MS analysis via reference laboratory) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Serum (2 mL, red-top tube, no gel separator; separate within 2 hours; refrigerate or freeze) |
| Methodology Used | Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z51.81 (Encounter for therapeutic drug monitoring), F32.9 (Major depressive disorder), F41.9 (Anxiety disorder) |
| LOINC Code | 34891-4 (Paroxetine [Mass/volume] in 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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