ARSENIC, BLOOD Test at Home in Dubai
Also known as: AS
Included
About the Test
The Arsenic, Blood test measures the amount of arsenic circulating in your bloodstream, reflecting recent exposure to this toxic element. Exposure can come from contaminated water, certain foods such as seafood, some occupational settings or industrial sources. The test is typically ordered when arsenic exposure or poisoning is suspected, or to monitor people who may be exposed at work, and results are always interpreted by a doctor because arsenic levels can be affected by recent diet, particularly seafood.
What is it? Arsenic, Blood (symbol As) is a blood test that measures the level of arsenic, a toxic element, to assess recent exposure.
- Smart Report
- Home Collection
- DHA Licensed Staff
- Doctor Reviewed
Test Included: 1 Test
ARSENIC, BLOOD(1 Test)
ARSENIC, BLOOD test: purpose, preparation and results
Why take the ARSENIC, BLOOD test?
- To investigate suspected arsenic exposure or poisoning, especially with symptoms or a known source
- To monitor people who may face occupational or environmental arsenic exposure
- To help evaluate unexplained symptoms where heavy-metal exposure is being considered
How to prepare for the ARSENIC, BLOOD test
No fasting is required, but avoid seafood and shellfish for a few days before the test where possible, as they can temporarily raise blood arsenic and complicate interpretation. Tell your doctor about any supplements or occupational exposures.
Understanding your ARSENIC, BLOOD results
A raised level suggests recent arsenic exposure and may prompt a search for the source and further assessment, while a normal level makes significant recent exposure less likely. Because seafood can lift results, your doctor interprets them alongside your diet and history. Your report is ready in 7 days.
How to book the ARSENIC, BLOOD test in Dubai
- 1Book your slot
Book on the site or WhatsApp — same morning or next day. Fasting reminders included.
- 2Your nurse visits
A DHA-licensed nurse does a ~20-minute draw at your home, office or hotel. Sealed kit.
- 3Lab processes it
Most of our tests are processed at AVM Labs, Dubai, a CAP-accredited laboratory with ISO 15189 accreditation from EIAC (No. LB-MED-227).
- 4Your doctor reads it
A BestDOC doctor reviews the results, then the report lands on email + WhatsApp with notes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anything else? Ask on WhatsApp — we usually reply in three minutes.
This is a specialised heavy-metal assay, so your doctor-reviewed report is delivered on WhatsApp and email within 7 days of the home sample being collected in Dubai.
Yes, try to avoid seafood and shellfish for a few days beforehand. These foods can temporarily raise blood arsenic and make it harder to interpret whether a result reflects true harmful exposure.
No fasting is needed. The main preparation is limiting seafood beforehand, so you can otherwise eat and drink normally before the nurse arrives to collect the sample.
It suggests recent exposure, which could come from water, food, or occupational sources. Your doctor will look for the likely source and decide whether further testing or action is required.
Some seafood contains a largely harmless form of arsenic that still shows up on the test. Avoiding it beforehand helps ensure a raised result reflects genuinely concerning exposure rather than diet.
A DHA-licensed nurse visits your home, office or hotel and draws the sample in about 20 minutes, processed by an ISO-certified partner lab. The test is self-pay in AED.