Diabetes tests in the UAE: what doctors commonly order
The tests doctors commonly order when assessing or monitoring diabetes are Fasting Glucose, HbA1c, Fasting Insulin, KFT, Lipid Panel and Urinalysis. Diabetes affects how the body processes blood sugar. These tests look at blood glucose, average blood sugar over recent months, insulin, kidney function, cholesterol and a urine sample. A doctor can advise which tests apply to you. Listed prices for all 6 tests are in the price table below, each linked to the page it was read from.
Tests doctors commonly order
Doctors commonly order these tests when assessing or monitoring diabetes.
Fasting Blood Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting. Primary screening test for diabetes.
4 listed prices
Fasting is required. Sample type: blood.
HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)
Measures average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months. Key test for diabetes diagnosis and monitoring.
4 listed prices
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Insulin (Fasting)
Measures fasting insulin levels to assess insulin resistance, a precursor to Type 2 diabetes.
3 listed prices
Fasting is required. Sample type: blood.
Kidney Function Test (KFT/RFT)
Panel measuring creatinine, BUN, eGFR, uric acid, and electrolytes to assess kidney health.
3 listed prices
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Lipid Profile (Cholesterol Panel)
Measures total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides, and VLDL.
5 listed prices
Fasting is required. Sample type: blood.
Urinalysis (Complete Urine Examination)
Complete urine examination checking for infection, kidney disease, diabetes, and other conditions.
3 listed prices
No fasting is needed. Sample type: urine.
Listed prices for these tests
Sources: Prices on this page are the ones each lab or service publishes on its own website, read between 13 October 2026 and 7 November 2026. Zavis has published prices from 6 of the 13 labs and services it lists: of the other 7, 6 do not publish per-test prices and 1 website could not be read. The websites do not all say whether VAT or a collection fee is added to a listed price, so confirm the price with the lab before you book. How Zavis sources prices.
Each price links to the page it was read from. A dash means Zavis has no price for that test from that service.
- Unilabs lists these prices on its ordering website, ae.unilabs.online. Its terms mention a service fee without stating the amount.
- DarDoc is a home collection service, and these are the prices its website lists test by test. The website also advertises a 20% coupon, which is not the price shown here. Zavis did not verify the total at checkout.
- Healthchecks360 is a booking platform that works through partner labs. Its terms say prices may vary from centre to centre, and its pages do not state VAT or a collection cost.
- ServiceMarket lists these prices for Dubai only. The listed price includes the nurse's home visit: the basket Zavis checked added no visit fee and no VAT.
- Smart Care Polyclinic in Deira lists these prices on its laboratory page and calls them list prices. The page offers 30% to 50% off when four or more tests are chosen, with the discounted price sent by the clinic; that discount is not in the prices shown here. The page does not state VAT.
Where to get tested
Zavis lists 13 labs in the UAE. Choose a city to see the labs that operate there, then ask the lab whether it runs the test you are looking for.
Diabetes tests in Dubai
12 labs listed in Dubai
Diabetes tests in Abu Dhabi
6 labs listed in Abu Dhabi
Diabetes tests in Sharjah
5 labs listed in Sharjah
Diabetes tests in Ajman
2 labs listed in Ajman
Diabetes tests in Ras Al Khaimah
1 lab listed in Ras Al Khaimah
Diabetes tests in Fujairah
1 lab listed in Fujairah
Diabetes tests in Al Ain
1 lab listed in Al Ain
Frequently asked questions
Which tests do doctors commonly order for diabetes?
Doctors commonly order Fasting Glucose, HbA1c, Fasting Insulin, KFT, Lipid Panel and Urinalysis when assessing or monitoring diabetes. A doctor can advise which tests apply to you.
Do diabetes tests require fasting?
Fasting is required for Fasting Glucose, Fasting Insulin and Lipid Panel. No fasting is needed for HbA1c, KFT and Urinalysis. Ask the lab how long to fast before your appointment.
What sample do diabetes tests use?
Fasting Glucose, HbA1c, Fasting Insulin, KFT and Lipid Panel use a blood sample. Urinalysis uses a urine sample.
Where can I get diabetes tests in the UAE?
Zavis lists 13 labs in the UAE, operating in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Al Ain. Ask the lab whether it runs the test you are looking for.
How long do diabetes test results take?
Turnaround depends on the lab and the test, so ask the lab when your results will be ready.
How much do diabetes tests cost in the UAE?
It depends on the test and on who runs it. Listed prices by test: Fasting Glucose: AED 39 to AED 45 across 4 labs and services; HbA1c: AED 84 to AED 100 across 4 labs and services; Fasting Insulin: AED 90 to AED 138 across 3 labs and services; KFT: AED 100 to AED 250 across 3 labs and services; Lipid Panel: AED 99 to AED 138 across 5 labs and services; Urinalysis: AED 40 to AED 69 across 3 labs and services. These are the prices each lab or service publishes on its own website, read between 13 October 2026 and 7 November 2026. The websites do not all say whether VAT or a collection fee is added.
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Medical disclaimer: This page is for information only and is not medical advice. The tests listed here may not suit every person. Speak to a licensed doctor before ordering tests or making health decisions.