Home blood test collection in Ras Al Khaimah
1 lab listed in Ras Al Khaimah says on its own website that it offers home sample collection: STAR Metropolis Clinical Laboratories. With home collection a nurse or phlebotomist comes to you to take the sample, and the lab sends you the results. Zavis does not record the areas each lab visits, so ask the lab whether it comes to your address. STAR Metropolis Clinical Laboratories is the only lab Zavis lists in Ras Al Khaimah, and its website shows no per-test prices, so Zavis lists no prices for Ras Al Khaimah. Ask the lab for its price before you book.
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Lab with home collection in Ras Al Khaimah
Lab offering home collection in Ras Al Khaimah
The lab below is listed in Ras Al Khaimah and says on its own website that it offers home sample collection.
Accreditations and visit fees in Ras Al Khaimah
Zavis does not list home collection visit fees. Ask the lab what the visit costs when you book. The table shows each lab's accreditations and the cities it is listed in.
| Lab | Accreditations | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| STAR Metropolis Clinical Laboratories Lab chain | CAP (directory entry for its Dubai laboratory), ISO 15189 (directory entry for its Dubai laboratory) | Dubai, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah |
Lab tests listed on Zavis
The tests below are shown with what each one measures, whether fasting is needed and the sample type. Zavis does not record which tests each lab collects at home, so ask the lab when you book.
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, haemoglobin, haematocrit, and platelets.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy)
Measures 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Thyroid Panel (TSH, FT3, FT4)
Comprehensive thyroid assessment measuring TSH, Free T3, and Free T4 hormones.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)
Measures average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months. Key test for diabetes diagnosis and monitoring.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Lipid Profile (Cholesterol Panel)
Measures total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides, and VLDL.
Fasting is required. Sample type: blood.
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
Measures B12 levels essential for nerve function, red blood cell production, and DNA synthesis.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Liver Function Test (LFT)
Panel measuring ALT, AST, ALP, GGT, bilirubin, albumin, and total protein to assess liver health.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
Kidney Function Test (KFT/RFT)
Panel measuring creatinine, BUN, eGFR, uric acid, and electrolytes to assess kidney health.
No fasting is needed. Sample type: blood.
How home collection works
Home collection means the lab sends a nurse or phlebotomist to you to take the sample. The four steps below are a general description: how you book, when the visit happens and what it costs differ from lab to lab.
Book with the lab
Contact the lab, say which tests you need and agree a time and an address for the visit. Ask whether the lab visits your area.
A nurse or phlebotomist visits
A nurse or phlebotomist comes to the address at the agreed time.
The sample is taken
The sample is taken during the visit and goes to the laboratory for testing.
The lab sends the results
Turnaround depends on the lab and the test, so ask the lab when your results will be ready.
Laboratory licensing in Ras Al Khaimah
Clinical laboratories in Ras Al Khaimah are licensed by the federal health regulator.
Preparing for a home collection visit
Preparation depends on the tests you are having. Some tests need fasting; the test pages on Zavis say which. Ask the lab or your doctor if you are unsure.
Home blood test collection in Ras Al Khaimah: frequently asked questions
Which labs offer home blood test collection in Ras Al Khaimah?
1 lab listed in Ras Al Khaimah says on its own website that it offers home sample collection: STAR Metropolis Clinical Laboratories. Ask the lab whether it visits your area.
Do labs in Ras Al Khaimah charge a visit fee for home collection?
It depends on the lab. Zavis does not list home collection visit fees. Ask the lab what the visit costs when you book.
How long do results take after home collection in Ras Al Khaimah?
Turnaround depends on the lab and the test, so ask the lab when your results will be ready.
Which areas of Ras Al Khaimah do labs visit for home collection?
Zavis does not record the areas each lab visits. Ask the lab whether it comes to your address when you book.
Does insurance cover home blood test collection in Ras Al Khaimah?
Cover depends on your plan, so ask your insurer.
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Disclaimer: Home collection details on this page come from each lab's Zavis profile and may have changed. Ask the lab what the visit costs, which areas it visits and when it is available before you book. This page is for information only and is not medical advice. A doctor can advise which tests you need.