How Much Does a Blood Test Cost in Dubai?
Blood test pricing in Dubai is famously opaque. Here's what single markers, full panels and home draws actually cost in 2026 — and what your insurance will and won't cover.
Single-marker tests (AED, indicative)
Vitamin D (25-OH): from 80. Vitamin B12: from 80. Ferritin: from 80. Full blood count (CBC): from 100. Thyroid panel (TSH, T3, T4): from 200. Lipid profile: from 150. HbA1c (diabetes control): from 120. Liver function tests (LFTs): from 180. Kidney function (U&E + creatinine): from 150. CRP (inflammation): from 90.
Full panel — the Aafiyah Signature Profile
For a complete picture, single markers add up quickly. Our Aafiyah Signature Profile covers 40+ markers (full blood count, comprehensive metabolic panel, thyroid, lipid, HbA1c, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, ferritin, iron studies, inflammatory markers, liver and kidney function), plus a doctor follow-up to explain results — AED 1,200 all-inclusive. That's significantly cheaper than ordering the same markers individually.
Home blood draw — the convenience layer
A DHA-licensed nurse drawing blood at your home, hotel or office adds a flat AED 200 to any test order. The total cost of a home Signature Profile is therefore AED 1,400 — fully reimbursable on most premium plans.
What insurance typically covers
Most premium UAE and international plans (Daman, ADNIC, Cigna, AXA, Bupa Global, Allianz) reimburse medically indicated blood tests. Routine wellness screening (no symptoms, no chronic condition) is sometimes excluded. We provide a fully coded invoice at the visit so you can submit easily.
What makes a blood test "good"
Price aside — a good blood test pathway includes: a doctor reviewing your symptoms and history first (so you order the right tests, not all the tests), the sample handled correctly (fasting markers fasted, time-sensitive markers refrigerated), results interpreted by a doctor in the context of your life, and a clear written plan in plain English. Aafiyah includes all of that — every time.
Frequently asked
What's the cheapest blood test in Dubai?
Individual markers like Vitamin D, B12 or ferritin start from AED 80 each. Going through a doctor first is recommended — randomly ordered tests often miss what's actually wrong.
How much does a full body checkup cost in Dubai?
AED 1,200 for the Aafiyah Signature Profile (40+ markers + doctor follow-up). Add AED 200 if drawn at home. Comparable packages elsewhere in Dubai run AED 1,500–3,500.
Does insurance cover blood tests in Dubai?
Most premium plans cover medically indicated blood tests. Pure wellness screening is sometimes excluded. We provide coded invoices for easy reimbursement.
Can I get a blood test without seeing a doctor first?
Technically yes — but it's rarely a good idea. A 10-minute doctor review ensures you order the right markers and that results actually answer your question.