Glossary

Allergy Testing

Definition: Blood test to identify allergens causing immune reactions.

Sample: Serum

Method: Blot, CAP, REAST (IgE detection)

TAT:2–3 days (routine), 7–10 days (individual allergens)

Cardiovascular Risk Profile

Definition: Blood tests to assess the risk of heart disease.

Sample Material:Serum

Method:Biochemical and immunoassay methods

Turnaround Time:1–2 working days

Diabetes Testing

Definition: Tests used to diagnose and monitor diabetes.

Sample Material: Blood

Method: Biochemical analysis

Turnaround Time: Same day / 1 working day

DNA & Genetic Testing

Definition: Genetic tests to detect inherited disorders or mutations.

Sample Material: Whole blood / Buccal swab

Method: High throughput sequencing

 Turnaround Time: 4-6 weeks

Anti-Aging Test

Definition: Tests assessing biological aging and metabolic health.

Sample Material: Blood

Method: Biochemical and hormonal assays 

Turnaround Time: 2–3 working days

Autoimmune Disorder Test

Definition: Tests to detect autoimmune disease markers.

Sample Material: Serum

Method: Immunoassay techniques

 Turnaround Time: 2–4 working days

Endocrinology Tests

Definition: Hormonal tests evaluating endocrine gland function.

Sample Material: Serum

Method: Chemiluminescent immunoassay 

Turnaround Time: 1–2 working days

Vitamin,Minerals and Metal Testing

Definition:Tests measuring essential vitamins, minerals, and metals to assess nutritional status and detect deficiencies or toxic exposures.

Sample Material:

Vitamin Panel (Blood): 8 ml serum + 6 ml EDTA blood (2 tubes); keep light-protected and send immediately.

Mineral Analysis (Whole Blood): 5 ml whole blood in a metal-free tube.

Mineral/Metal Analysis (Serum/Plasma): 5 ml serum or plasma.

Mineral Analysis (Hair): Approx. 30 g untreated, non-colored hair; preferably washed with baby shampoo for 2 weeks.

Method: ECL, EIA, HPLC, LCMS, LIA, ICPMS

Turnaround Time: Vitamins up to 10 days, Metal/Mineral panels up to 14 days

Metabolic Screening Tests

Definition: Tests assessing metabolic function and disorders.

Sample Material: A few drops of blood (heel or vein) collected on a special filter card, 36–72 hours after birth.

Method: Dried samples are tested using Tandem MS/MS and Capillary Electrophoresis.

Turnaround Time: 5-7 Days for Newborn Screening

HPV Lab Test

Definition: Molecular test for Human Papillomavirus detection.

Sample Material: Genital swab, brush or liquid cytology sample.

Method: PCR-based testing

Turnaround Time: 3–5 working days

Pre Marital Testing

Premarital Screening: Medical tests done before marriage to identify genetic, blood, and infectious diseases.

Sample: Blood

Method: Laboratory and genetic analysis

Turnaround Time: 5–14 working days

Fertility Laboratory Testing

Definition: Tests evaluating reproductive health in men and women.

Sample Material: Blood / Semen

Method: Hormonal and microscopic analysis

Turnaround Time: 1–3 working days

Food Hypersensitivity (Food Intolerance)

Definition: Blood tests identifying food-related immune responses.

Sample Material: Serum

Method: IgG immunotherapy

Turnaround Time: 5–7 working days

General Health Check-up Panel

Definition: Comprehensive tests for overall health assessment.

Sample Material: Blood / Urine

Method: Biochemical and hematological analysis

Turnaround Time: 1–2 working days

Genomic Microarray / Karyotyping

Definition: Genetic tests detecting chromosomal abnormalities.

Sample Material: Whole blood

Method: Microarray analysis / Cytogenetics

Turnaround Time: 14–21 working days

Premarital Test (Dubai)

Definition: Mandatory tests screening genetic and infectious diseases.

Sample Material: Blood

Method: Serology and molecular testing

Turnaround Time: 1–3 working days

Drug Screen Test

Definition: Tests detecting drugs or metabolites in the body.

Sample Material: Urine / Blood

Method: Immunoassay

Turnaround Time: 1–2 working days

MTHFR Gene Test

Definition: Genetic test detecting MTHFR gene mutations.

Sample Material: Whole blood / Buccal swab

Method: PCR analysis

Turnaround Time: 7–10 working days

Beta hCG Test

Definition: Quantitative test measuring pregnancy hormone levels.

Sample Material: Serum

Method: Chemiluminescent immunoassay

Turnaround Time: Same day

Respiratory Testing

Definition: Tests diagnosing respiratory infections and conditions.

Sample Material: Swab / Blood

Method: PCR and serology

Turnaround Time: 1–3 working days

Hemoglobinopathies

Definition: Tests detecting abnormal hemoglobin disorders.

Sample Material: Whole blood

Method: HPLC / Electrophoresis

Turnaround Time: 2–3 working days

Hormone Panels

Definition: Group of tests measuring multiple hormone levels.

Sample Material: Serum

Method: Immunoassay

Turnaround Time: 1–2 working days

Infectious Disease Testing

Definition: Tests identifying bacterial or viral infections.

Sample Material: Blood / Swab

Method: Serology and PCR 

Turnaround Time: 1–3 working days

Insulin Resistance Test

Definition: Tests assessing insulin sensitivity and metabolic risk.

Sample Material: Fasting blood

Method: Biochemical and immunoassay 

Turnaround Time: 1 working day

Mitochondrial Disorder Testing

Definition: Genetic tests diagnosing mitochondrial diseases.

Sample Material: Blood

Method: Molecular genetic analysis 

Turnaround Time: 14–28 working days

Molecular Virology

Definition: Tests detecting viral genetic material.

Sample Material: Blood / Swab

Method: PCR testing 

Turnaround Time: 1–3 working days

Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)

Definition: Prenatal screening for fetal chromosomal abnormalities.

Sample Material: Maternal blood

Method: Cell-free DNA analysis

Turnaround Time: 7–10 working days

Paternity Testing

Definition: Genetic test determining biological parentage.

Sample Material: Buccal swab / Blood

Method: DNA profiling

Turnaround Time: 5–7 working days

Anemia Testing

Definition:Tests diagnosing different types of anemia.

Sample Material:Blood

Method: Hematology and biochemical analysis

Turnaround Time:Same day / 1 working day

UAE Health / Risk Profile

Definition: A comprehensive set of laboratory tests designed to assess common health risks prevalent in the UAE population.

Sample Material: Blood / Urine

Method: Biochemical, immunoassay, and hematology analysis.

Turnaround Time: 1–3 working days

STD Panel Testing

Definition: A group of laboratory tests used to screen for sexually transmitted infections.

Sample Material: Blood / Urine / Swab

Method: Serology and molecular (PCR) testing.

Turnaround Time: 1–3 working days

Whole Exome Sequencing (WES)

Definition: An advanced genetic test that analyzes all protein-coding regions of the genome to identify inherited or rare genetic disorders.

Sample Material: Whole blood

Method: Next-generation sequencing (NGS).

Turnaround Time: 21–28 working days

Sickle Cell Disease

Definition: Inherited blood disorder caused by abnormal hemoglobin, leading to sickle-shaped red blood cells.

Sample Material: Blood

Method: Hemoglobin analysis / DNA testing

Turnaround Time: 3–5 working days (routine)

Obesity

Definition: A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat, usually defined by a BMI of 30 or higher.

Sample Material / Indicator: Height, weight (BMI assessment)

Method: Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation and clinical evaluation

Turnaround Time: Not applicable (clinical assessment)

Thalassemia

Definition: An inherited blood disorder affecting hemoglobin production.

Sample Material: Blood

Method: Hemoglobin analysis (HPLC / Electrophoresis)

Turnaround Time: 3–7 working days