Labs Open on Weekends in Dubai
Friday hours vary across Dubai — most labs reopen at 2 PM after Friday prayers. Saturday and Sunday are full operating days for most standalone labs. Medsol, Al Borg, and Alpha Medical maintain weekend hours across their Dubai branches. Some Healthcare City labs may operate on reduced Saturday schedules.
Key Facts for Dubai
Key Areas
Deira, Bur Dubai, Al Karama, Al Barsha, JLT, Business Bay
Cost Range
AED 69–500 (varies by test)
Processing Time
Same day – 24 hours
Regulator
the UAE healthcare regulator
Tip: Confirm Friday hours directly with your chosen lab. Most Dubai labs are open Saturday and Sunday with normal hours. Friday afternoon (2-6 PM) slots are popular and may have longer waits.
Tests & Prices in Dubai
Price ranges for tests relevant to labs open on weekends, filtered to labs operating in Dubai.
CBC
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelets. The most commonly ordered blood test worldwide.
Not priced in Dubai
Vitamin D
Measures 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels. Extremely common in the UAE due to widespread deficiency despite abundant sunlight (indoor lifestyle, clothing).
Not priced in Dubai
Lipid Panel
Measures total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides, and VLDL. Essential for cardiovascular risk assessment.
Not priced in Dubai
Thyroid Panel
Comprehensive thyroid assessment measuring TSH, Free T3, and Free T4 hormones.
Not priced in Dubai
HbA1c
Measures average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months. Key test for diabetes diagnosis and monitoring.
Not priced in Dubai
Home Collection Available in Dubai
10 labs operating in Dubai offer home sample collection. A phlebotomist visits your home, office, or hotel to draw blood samples — convenient for fasting tests, seniors, or anyone who prefers not to visit a lab.
Al Borg Diagnostics
Home collection fee: AED 50 · Results in 24h
Thumbay Labs
Home collection fee: Free · Results in 24h
Unilabs
Home collection fee: AED 100 · Results in 24h
MenaLabs (Cerba HealthCare)
Home collection fee: AED 50 · Results in 24h
Medsol Diagnostics
Home collection fee: Free · Results in 18h
STAR Metropolis Clinical Laboratories
Home collection fee: AED 50 · Results in 24h
Alpha Medical Laboratory
Home collection fee: Free · Results in 18h
DarDoc
Home collection fee: Free · Results in 24h
Healthchecks360
Home collection fee: Free · Results in 24h
ServiceMarket Lab Tests
Home collection fee: Free · Results in 24h
FAQ — Labs Open on Weekends in Dubai
Which labs are open on Friday in Dubai?
Friday lab hours in Dubai vary — most labs close during Friday prayers and reopen at 2 PM. Some chains maintain reduced Friday hours (typically 2 PM-8 PM). Saturday and Sunday are normal operating days for most standalone labs in Dubai. Always confirm Friday hours directly with your chosen lab.
Can I get a fasting blood test on a weekend in Dubai?
Yes. Labs in Dubai that operate on weekends accept fasting blood tests. Arrive when the lab opens (typically 7-8 AM on Saturday) for the best results. Friday morning is usually not an option as most labs open at 2 PM on Fridays.
Which labs in Dubai are open on Saturday?
Most standalone diagnostic labs in Dubai operate on Saturdays with normal or near-normal hours (typically 7 AM-9 PM). Major chains including Al Borg, Medsol, and Thumbay Labs maintain Saturday operations across their Dubai branches.
Are lab results delayed on weekends in Dubai?
Routine test results from Dubai labs submitted on Saturday or Sunday are processed at normal speed — same-day or next-day turnaround applies. Samples submitted on Friday may experience a slight delay if the processing centre operates on reduced Friday hours.
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Abu Dhabi
Sharjah
Ajman
Ras Al Khaimah
Fujairah
Umm Al Quwain
Al Ain
Doha
Al Wakrah
Al Khor
Al Rayyan
Umm Salal
Lusail
Riyadh
Jeddah
Mecca
Medina
Dammam
Khobar
Dhahran
Tabuk
Abha
Taif
Buraidah
Hail
Jazan
Najran
Al Ahsa
Khamis Mushait
Al Kharj
Al Jubail
Jubail
Yanbu
Qassim
Hafar Al Batin
Manama
Muharraq
Riffa
Isa Town
Sitra
Hamad Town
Budaiya
Kuwait City
Hawalli
Salmiya
Farwaniya
Jahra
Ahmadi
Mangaf
Aali
Adliya
Al Akr Al Gharbi
Al Bahair
Al Diraz
Al Hajar
Al Hamalah
Al Hamriya
Al Hoora
Al Janabiyah
Al Musalla
Al Nuwaidrat
Al Sayah
Al Seef
Ali
Almaameer
Alqudaybiyah
Alsuwaifyah
Amwaj
Arad
Askar
Bani Jamrah
Bilad Al Qadeem
Bu Qazala
Buashirah
Buri
Busaiteen
Damistan
Dar Kulaib
Hawrat Aali
Hawrat Sanad
Hidd
Jannusan
Jerdab
Jid Al Haj
Jid Ali
Jid Hafs
Jidhafs
Malkiya
Maqabah
Murqoban
Qalali
Quwah
Ras Zuwayed
Saar
Sadad
Salmabad
Samaheej
Sanabis
Sanad
Tubli
Wadiyan
Zayed Town
Zinj
Al Jumailiya
Al Shahaniya
Dukhan
Umm Bab
Al Lith
Al Sulayyil
Dawadmi
Khafji
Neom
Nuairiyah
Wadi Al Dawasir
Istanbul
More Lab Guides for Dubai
Medical Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Information about labs open on weekends in Dubai is based on publicly available data from the the UAE healthcare regulator (Dubai) and lab pricing as of March 2026. Prices and availability may vary. Always consult a licensed physician before ordering medical tests or making health decisions. Healthcare in Dubai is regulated by the the UAE healthcare regulator (Dubai).