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Selenium 24-Hour Urine Test in UAE | 800 AED | 2026 DHA Guidelines
تحليل السيلينيوم في البول على مدى 24 ساعة في الإمارات | 800 درهم | معتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي
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- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited ICP-MS Processing.
- Premium Logistics: Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection – ISO Certified Cold-Chain & VIP Mobile Phlebotomy (10 mL aliquot, metal-free container).
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary Telephonic Post-Test Interpretation by DHA-licensed physicians.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Lab Facility License: 9834453 | Compliant with Federal Decree-Law No. 41 of 2024 (Art. 87), CDS Law 2026 (Minors), and UAE PDPL.
Test Overview: Selenium 24-Hour Urine
This test precisely quantifies total selenium excretion over 24 hours using ICP-MS, essential for diagnosing deficiency, toxicity, or industrial overexposure. Ideal for nephrologists, general physicians, and nutritionists managing occupational or metabolic trace element disorders.
| Feature | Our Test (Selenium 24-Hour Urine) | Closest Alternative (Serum/Spot Urine) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision & Method | ICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry) – ultra-trace detection, gold standard | Often AAS or colorimetric; lower sensitivity, prone to interference |
| Clinical Scope | Integrates total daily excretion; reflects chronic exposure and nutritional status | Single-point evaluation; may miss diurnal variation or cumulative burden |
| Turnaround Time | Report Next Day (sample received by 6 PM) | Typically 3–5 working days |
| UAE Price | 800 AED | Varies; often lacks insurance direct billing integration |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocol
“Selenium 24-hour urine is the definitive functional marker for whole-body selenium status, particularly when industrial exposure or renal handling is in question. I strongly recommend that results be correlated with clinical symptoms and dietary history before initiating any treatment modifications. This test empowers us to detect silent toxicity or hidden deficiency years before overt disease appears.”
— Dr. PRABHAKAR REDDY, DHA License: 61713011, Consultant Nephrologist & Trace Element Specialist
⛔ Medication Warning
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Selenium status may be influenced by certain drugs, but abrupt cessation can be dangerous.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
- Do NOT collect if you have received Gadolinium, Iodine, or Barium contrast media within the last 96 hours – test will be invalid.
- Acute renal failure with anuria (no urine output) – 24-hour collection is impossible; seek immediate nephrology consultation.
- Known allergy to trace-metal-free collection kit components (extremely rare).
- ER Red Flags: Sudden garlic‑scented breath, metallic taste, severe nausea, tremors, or confusion may indicate acute selenium toxicity – proceed to emergency department immediately.
- Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Not a contraindication, but interpret results with trimester-specific reference ranges; always inform your physician.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
Why is a 24-hour urine collection necessary for selenium testing?
Snippet: A 24‑hour urine collection accurately reflects total daily selenium excretion, eliminating the random fluctuations seen in spot samples.
Unlike blood tests that capture a single moment, selenium output varies throughout the day; pooled urine over 24 hours provides a reliable average, critical for diagnosing chronic deficiency or low‑level occupational exposure.
سؤال: لماذا يلزم جمع البول على مدى 24 ساعة لتحليل السيلينيوم؟
الجواب: يوفر جمع البول على مدى 24 ساعة المقياس الأدق لإجمالي إفراز السيلينيوم اليومي، متجاوزًا التقلبات العشوائية التي تظهر في العينات المفردة. هذا المنهج ضروري لتقييم التعرض المزمن أو النقص الغذائي بدقة.
What preparation is required before taking the Selenium 24-Hour Urine Test?
Snippet: You must avoid iodine/gadolinium contrast agents for 96 hours and use a metal‑free, acid‑washed container provided by our lab.
Additional instructions: Start collection after discarding the first morning void, then collect all subsequent urine for the next 24 hours. Keep the container refrigerated or frozen during collection. Wear powderless gloves to avoid trace metal contamination. Record the total volume on the request form.
سؤال: ما التحضيرات اللازمة قبل إجراء تحليل السيلينيوم في البول على مدى 24 ساعة؟
الجواب: يجب تجنب مواد التباين المحتوية على اليود أو الجادولينيوم لمدة 96 ساعة، واستخدام الوعاء الخاص الخالي من المعادن الذي يوفره المختبر. ابدأ الجمع بعد التخلص من أول عينة صباحية، واحفظ الوعاء مبرداً مع تسجيل الحجم الكلي. استخدم قفازات خالية من البودرة لتجنب التلوث.
How are the results of the Selenium 24-Hour Urine Test interpreted?
Snippet: Results are reported in micrograms per 24 hours (µg/24h) and compared against DHA‑established reference ranges for the UAE population.
Low levels (<10 µg/24h) may indicate nutritional deficiency, while elevated values (>400 µg/24h) can signal industrial overexposure or selenosis. Your physician will integrate these findings with symptoms, occupation, and dietary intake. Telephonic clinical interpretation is included with every.
سؤال: كيف تُفسر نتائج تحليل السيلينيوم في البول على مدى 24 ساعة؟
الجواب: تُعرض النتائج بالميكروغرام لكل 24 ساعة وتُقارن بالنطاقات المرجعية المعتمدة من هيئة الصحة بدبي. انخفاض التركيز قد يعكس نقصاً غذائياً، بينما يشير الارتفاع إلى تسمم أو تعرض مهني. يقدم المختبر استشارة هاتفية مجانية لتفسير النتائج.
ISO 9001:2015 Certification: Our laboratory processes are certified under International Organization for Standardization (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139), ensuring strict adherence to quality management systems valid through 2026. Every selenium analysis is performed by ICP-MS with traceability to NIST reference materials.
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