Turnaround Time
4-6 hours
Fasting Required
Yes (8-12 hours)
Home Collection
Available 24/7
Available Tests in This Category
Browse 7 comprehensive laboratory tests with detailed information
Serum Ferritin
Measures stored iron levels in body; most sensitive indicator of iron status
Detects iron deficiency and iron overload; elevated in inflammation
Serum Iron
Measures circulating iron bound to transferrin protein
Variable test; must be interpreted with TIBC and ferritin for diagnosis
Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)
Measures total capacity of blood to bind iron via transferrin protein
Elevated in iron deficiency; decreased in iron overload and inflammation
UIBC (Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity)
Measures remaining iron-binding capacity after serum iron removed
Calculated from TIBC - Serum Iron; elevated in deficiency
Transferrin
Iron-transport protein; direct measurement preferred over calculated TIBC
More specific than TIBC; elevated in iron deficiency
Reticulocyte Count
Young red blood cells; indicates bone marrow response to anemia
Elevated after blood loss/hemolysis; decreased in bone marrow disorders
Peripheral Blood Smear (Manual Review)
Microscopic examination of blood cells to assess morphology and abnormalities
Identifies cell types, morphology, parasites, and abnormal cells
Professional Home Collection Service
All tests in this category available for home collection across Dubai
Service Features
- • Certified professional phlebotomists
- • Sterile equipment and safety protocols
- • Same turnaround times as clinic
- • Available anywhere in Dubai
- • Hotels, homes, and offices covered
Availability
- • 24/7 service availability
- • Early morning slots (6:00 AM onwards)
- • Evening appointments available
- • Weekend and holiday service
- • Same-day appointments possible