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850 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Selenium Serum Test in UAE | 850 AED | DHA Licensed Laboratory
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Executive Summary
Your selenium status analyzed with 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity using ICP-MS technology in our ISO 15189:2022 certified laboratory. Includes VIP mobile phlebotomy & temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection (available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM), secure courier transport, and telephonic clinical guidance post-result by our DHA-licensed GP. Insurance verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Selenium Serum Test quantifies selenium levels in serum, a trace element vital for antioxidant defense, thyroid function, and immune resilience. This test is essential for detecting deficiencies linked to industrial exposures, nutritional gaps, or excess intake that may cause toxicity. Our laboratory employs Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) for ultra-low detection down to 0.1 µg/L, ensuring the highest precision in trace element analysis.
| Feature | Our Test (ICP-MS) | Standard Lab (AAS) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | Ultra-low detection (0.1 µg/L) | Higher detection limit (≥5 µg/L) |
| Turnaround | Next-day by 6 PM | 3–5 working days |
| Methodology | Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry | Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy |
| Sample Volume | 1.0 mL serum (metal-free tube) | Often 2–3 mL |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a general practitioner, I emphasize that selenium levels must be correlated with your full clinical picture and not interpreted in isolation. A single result can guide dietary or environmental adjustments, but it should never replace a comprehensive medical consultation. This test empowers you with precise data while we ensure your safety every step of the way.”
— Dr. Ajay Singh, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Advisory: Medication & Supplement Precautions
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Selenium supplements, if taken inappropriately, can lead to toxicity. Always discuss any changes with your healthcare provider prior to testing.
Exclusion Criteria & Red Flags
- Contrast Media: Specimen collection is contraindicated within 96 hours if Gadolinium, Iodine, or Barium contrast was administered.
- Skin Integrity: Do not use talc or powderless gloves during collection to avoid metal contamination.
- ER Red Flags: Seek immediate medical attention if you experience garlic-like breath, muscle tenderness, hair loss, or neurological symptoms – these may indicate selenium toxicity.
- Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Always inform the phlebotomist and consult your obstetrician before testing.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. Why should I get a selenium serum test in the UAE?
Selenium deficiency is often overlooked and linked to industrial exposures, soil depletion, and chronic fatigue. Living in an arid region with processed food dependency can lower your selenium status. This test helps pinpoint whether unexplained symptoms—like hair thinning, weak immunity, or thyroid dysfunction—stem from inadequate or excessive selenium, enabling targeted nutritional or medical intervention.
2. How do I prepare for the selenium blood test?
No fasting is required, but you must avoid contrast media for 96 hours and ensure metal-free collection supplies are used. Simply book a home collection, and our phlebotomist will use a special trace element-free tube. Refrain from selenium-containing supplements for 24 hours prior unless otherwise directed by your doctor. The process is painless, and you can resume normal activities immediately.
3. Can I use insurance for this test and get results interpreted?
Yes, direct billing is supported for most UAE insurers after WhatsApp verification at +971 54 548 8731. Once your result is ready—usually the next day—you will receive a secure digital report. Our DHA-licensed GP will call you to explain every value in plain language, correlate it with your symptoms, and suggest evidence-based next steps, all while keeping your medical data encrypted per UAE PDPL.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Data Protection: Your personal and medical data are processed in full compliance 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. All results are transmitted via encrypted channels and stored on UAE-based servers.
Clinical Safety: Patient consent and medical liability protocols adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Our laboratory holds DHA facility license No. 1143.
Our laboratory is ISO 15189:2022 accredited and regularly audited by the Dubai Health Authority.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Selenium Serum Test |
| Price (AED) | 850 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Next day by 6 PM |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Serum (1.0 mL, metal-free tube) – VIP mobile phlebotomy & temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Methodology Used | Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E59 (Selenium deficiency), Z13.8 (Encounter for screening for other nutritional disorders) |
| LOINC Code | 5685-4 (Selenium [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma) |
| DHA Facility License & Address | DHA Facility License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | Corporate Lab: DNA Labs UAE |
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