Test Price
2,000 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Test in Dubai | 2000 AED | DHA Licensed Lab
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) accredited LC-MS/MS processing.
- Premium Logistics: Temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection with VIP mobile phlebotomy available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM.
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary telephonic post-test interpretation from our experienced medical advisors.
- Insurance Support: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp: +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This test quantifies ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) in serum using high-performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), the gold-standard method for nutritional assessment. It aids in diagnosing clinical deficiency, monitoring supplementation efficacy, and evaluating oxidative stress-related malnutrition in chronic illness.
| Feature | DNA Labs UAE VitaClinical™ Assay | Standard Colorimetric/Immunoassay |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | LC-MS/MS (specific, interference-free) | Colorimetric / Immunoassay (potential cross-reactivity) |
| Precision | CV <5% at clinical decision levels | CV often 10–20% |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 weeks from sample receipt | Same day to 3 days |
| Regulatory Compliance | DHA/MOHAP-aligned, ISO 9001:2015 | Variable lab accreditation |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“Vitamin C testing must be interpreted alongside dietary history, clinical signs, and coexisting conditions. As Dr. Ajay Singh (General Practitioner, DHA: 36234132) advises, a single value cannot define deficiency without context. Please use this result as part of a holistic medical evaluation.”
Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue or adjust any prescribed medication or supplement without consulting your treating physician. This test is a diagnostic aid, not a substitute for clinical management.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Known severe allergy to antiseptics or phlebotomy materials; inability to fast overnight or stop vitamin supplements for 24 hours; failure to protect the sample from light and freeze it immediately after separation.
- Emergent Red Flags: Seek immediate medical care if you experience sudden severe joint pain, bleeding gums, petechiae, or poor wound healing—potential signs of acute scurvy.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What exactly does the Vitamin C test measure and why is it ordered?
This test measures the circulating level of ascorbic acid in serum to evaluate nutritional status and detect clinical deficiency. It is ordered when symptoms such as fatigue, easy bruising, or poor healing suggest scurvy, or to monitor supplementation in patients with malabsorption, chronic illness, or high-dose vitamin protocols.
2. How must I prepare for the Vitamin C blood draw?
You must fast overnight (10–12 hours) and avoid all vitamin supplements, fresh fruits, and vitamin-enriched drinks for at least 24 hours before collection. The sample requires special handling—our phlebotomist will immediately wrap the tube in aluminium foil to protect it from light and freeze it after separation.
3. What do high and low Vitamin C results mean?
A low result indicates nutritional deficiency, malabsorption, or chronic inflammatory states (ICD-10 E54). High levels are rare and may reflect excessive supplementation. Always discuss results with your physician to determine the underlying cause and appropriate management.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Compliance Framework
This laboratory test is conducted under strict adherence to 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 patient data, including test results and clinical history, are encrypted and processed exclusively within secure, DHA-compliant infrastructure. Clinical safety and patient consent protocols follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Serum |
| Price (AED) | 2,000 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 weeks from sample receipt |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Serum (fasting, protected from light and immediately frozen) |
| Methodology Used | High-Performance Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | E54 (Ascorbic acid deficiency) |
| LOINC Code | 41695-0 (Ascorbic acid [Mass/volume] in Serum or Plasma) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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