Test Price
260 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Aluminium (Dialysis Fluid) Test in UAE | 260 AED | DHA Standard Compliance
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Core Clinical Metric
Quantitative Aluminium detection in Dialysis Fluid via ICP-MS. 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity.
Logistics Framework
Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
Clinical Guidance
Complimentary post-test telephonic result interpretation by a DHA-licensed clinical team.
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Test Overview & Methodology
This assay monitors aluminium concentration in haemodialysis fluid using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS). It safeguards patients against chronic aluminium toxicity, including osteomalacia and encephalopathy, by ensuring dialysate levels remain below the mandatory DHA threshold.
| Feature | DNA Labs UAE (ICP-MS Gold Standard) | Standard Alternative (GFAAS) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision & Method | ICP-MS – Limit of Detection 0.1 µg/L | Graphite Furnace AAS – Higher LOD, less specific |
| Sample Logistics | Hospital extraction; metal-free container required | Often hospital-only; standard plastic tubes |
| Turnaround Time | Next-day report by 6:00 PM | 2 – 4 working days |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"Serial monitoring of dialysate aluminium is essential for dialysis quality assurance. However, isolated fluid values must be interpreted alongside serum aluminium and clinical presentation. Patients must adhere strictly to prescribed phosphate binder regimens and never self-modify medication based on a single test result."
— Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner (DHA ID: 36234132)
Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue or adjust aluminium-based phosphate binders or antacids without consulting your treating physician. Abrupt changes can destabilise serum phosphate control.
Clinical Exclusion & Safety
- Acute Symptoms: Patients experiencing unexplained fractures, seizures, or altered mental status require immediate emergency assessment. Result interpretation by phone does not replace acute care.
- Collection Protocol: Sample must be collected by a trained professional within a hospital setting using the designated metal-free container. Powderless gloves are mandatory.
- Medication Interference: Patients who have taken aluminium-containing medications within 48 hours prior to collection must reschedule the test.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the purpose of the Aluminium in Dialysis Fluid test?
This test measures the concentration of aluminium in your dialysis fluid to ensure it stays below the clinically safe threshold of 10 µg/L. Chronic exposure to elevated levels can lead to severe neurological and bone disorders, making this a critical component of dialysis quality management.
2. Why must the sample be collected strictly at a hospital?
Dialysis fluid sampling directly requires access to the extracorporeal circuit or dialysate port of the dialysis machine. This is an invasive clinical procedure that must be performed under strict medical supervision to prevent infection and ensure sample integrity. Therefore, mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for this specific test.
3. What is the turnaround time and pricing for this test?
The test is priced at 260 AED, which includes the hospital-based collection, cold-chain transport, next-day ICP-MS analysis, and a complimentary telephonic consultation with a clinical advisor. Results are reported by 6:00 PM on the following working day.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
All services are delivered under DHA Facility License No. 1143. Data handling is strictly compliant 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. Clinical safety and patient consent protocols align with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Aluminium (Dialysis Fluid) |
| Price (AED) | 260.00 |
| Turnaround Time | 24 Hours (Next day by 6:00 PM) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Dialysis Fluid |
| Methodology Used | Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z99.2 |
| LOINC Code | 57267-1 |
| Laboratory & License | DNA Labs UAE | DHA License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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