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160 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Folate (Folic Acid) Serum Test in UAE | 160 AED | DHA-Licensed Laboratory
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
The Folate (Folic Acid) Serum Test quantifies vitamin B9 levels to diagnose nutritional deficiencies, megaloblastic anemia, and to monitor supplementation efficacy in high-risk populations including pregnant women, elderly individuals, and patients with malabsorption syndromes. This assay delivers 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity through ISO 9001:2015-certified processing at our Dubai Healthcare City laboratory.
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO-Certified Chemiluminescent Immunoassay.
- Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation by DHA-licensed physicians.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
Folate (vitamin B9) is an essential water-soluble vitamin critical for DNA synthesis, red blood cell production, and homocysteine metabolism. This serum-based test employs fully automated Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA) technology to provide precise, reproducible quantification of folate levels. The assay is indicated for patients presenting with macrocytic anemia, unexplained fatigue, glossitis, neuropsychiatric symptoms, or those on folate-antagonist medications such as methotrexate.
| Feature | Our Test | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity | ~95% Sensitivity (manual methods) |
| Methodology | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (fully automated) | ELISA / manual batch assay |
| Turnaround | Daily TAT (same-day report) | 3 – 5 business days |
| Collection | VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Cold-Chain Home Collection (8 AM – 11 PM) | Clinic visit only |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“A low folate result often signals a correctable dietary or absorptive issue rather than a fixed diagnosis. I advise patients to share this lab value with their primary care doctor, who will correlate it with the complete blood count, homocysteine level, and clinical presentation. Interpretation should always be context-driven — never based on a single analyte.”
— Dr. Ajay Singh | General Practitioner | DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Medication Advisory
Do Not Discontinue Prescribed Medication Without Consulting Your Doctor
Patients currently taking folate antagonists (e.g., methotrexate, trimethoprim, phenytoin) or high-dose biotin supplements should consult their prescribing physician before altering any regimen. Biotin may falsely elevate folate immunoassay results; discontinuation at least 8 hours prior to blood draw is recommended.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
Exclusion Criteria
- Not for emergency diagnosis: This test is intended for routine assessment and monitoring, not acute care.
- Recent transfusion: Unsuitable if you have received a blood transfusion within the last 72 hours.
- High-dose biotin: Biotin (vitamin B7) supplements > 5 mg/day may interfere – discontinue at least 8 hours prior.
Emergency Red Flags
- Seek immediate medical care if you experience severe pallor, shortness of breath, chest pain, confusion, or unexplained numbness/tingling in your hands or feet while awaiting results.
- Sudden onset of painful tongue soreness, recurrent mouth ulcers, or profound fatigue accompanied by palpitations warrants urgent evaluation.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is a Folate Serum Test and why would my doctor order it?
Answer: This test measures the amount of vitamin B9 in your blood. Your doctor may order it if you have symptoms of anemia (fatigue, pallor, shortness of breath), unexplained neurological symptoms, or if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. It is also used to monitor the effectiveness of folate supplementation.
2. Do I need to fast or stop taking supplements before the blood draw?
Answer: Fasting is not mandatory, but it is recommended to avoid high-dose biotin supplements for at least 8 hours before collection to prevent falsely elevated results. Please inform your phlebotomist of all vitamins, medications, and herbal products you are currently taking.
3. How will I receive my results and what do the values mean?
Answer: Results are typically available within the same day of sample collection. You will receive a secure WhatsApp notification with a link to your confidential report. The report includes your numerical folate level, the laboratory reference range, and a physician-verified interpretive comment to help you understand your result in clinical context.
4. Is home collection available for this test?
Answer: Yes. A trained phlebotomist will visit your home between 8 AM and 11 PM daily. The blood sample is transported under temperature-controlled cold-chain conditions to our ISO 9001:2015-certified laboratory in Dubai Healthcare City, ensuring sample integrity from draw to analysis.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance Framework
- Data Protection: All patient data is processed in 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.
- Clinical Safety: Patient consent and clinical safety protocols adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
- Laboratory Certification: ISO 9001:2015 certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139), ensuring rigorous quality management across pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes.
- DHA Licensing: Fully licensed by the Dubai Health Authority under Facility License Number 1143.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Folate (Folic Acid) Serum Test |
| Price (AED) | 160 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Same Day (Daily TAT – results within 24 hours of sample collection) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Serum (Peripheral Whole Blood) |
| Methodology Used | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA) – Fully Automated |
| ICD-10-CM Code | D52.9, E53.8 |
| LOINC Code | 14633-2 |
| DHA Facility License & Address | DHA License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | Corporate Lab: DNA Labs UAE |
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