Diagnostic tests, explained clearly.
ECG, spirometry, blood pressure monitoring, urinalysis, body composition and biological age — done in-clinic at Business Bay, coordinated with trusted Dubai partners where imaging is needed.
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Resting ECG (12-lead)
In-clinicElectrodes on chest and limbs, 5 minutes
Detect arrhythmia, ischaemia, chamber enlargement and conduction disorders — first-line in chest pain, palpitations and pre-anaesthetic assessment.
Spirometry
In-clinicForced breath into a mouthpiece
Measure FEV1, FVC and ratio to diagnose asthma, COPD and restrictive lung disease. Also used pre-operatively and for shortness of breath.
Blood pressure measurement
In-clinicCuff on the upper arm
Clinic BP for baseline. Home BP monitoring (7-day average, morning + evening) is preferred for diagnosing hypertension.
24-hour ambulatory BP monitoring (ABPM)
Coordinated referralAutomated cuff worn for 24 hours
Gold standard for diagnosing hypertension and detecting white-coat or masked hypertension. Coordinated with a cardiology partner where clinically indicated.
Pulse oximetry
In-clinicFinger clip
Non-invasive oxygen saturation — used in respiratory illness, chronic lung disease and altitude assessment.
Urinalysis (dipstick)
In-clinicFresh urine sample
Screen for infection, blood, protein, glucose and ketones. First-line for UTI, diabetes and kidney concerns.
Urine culture
In-clinicMid-stream urine to reference lab
Confirm the organism and antibiotic sensitivities in urinary tract infection. Results in 48–72 hours.
Urine ACR (albumin:creatinine)
In-clinicSpot urine sample
Detect early kidney damage in diabetes and hypertension — often abnormal before creatinine changes.
Body composition analysis
In-clinicBioimpedance scale, 60 seconds
Body fat %, visceral fat, skeletal muscle mass and hydration. Used to track weight management progress beyond scale weight.
Biological age assessment
In-clinicBlood panel + measurements
Combines HbA1c, lipids, kidney function, CRP, blood pressure and body composition into a biological age estimate. A useful tracker — not a life-expectancy guarantee.
Cardiovascular risk assessment
In-clinicBlood + measurements
QRISK / ASCVD-style 10-year risk calculation using cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes, smoking and family history — guides statin and lifestyle decisions.
Diabetes risk assessment
In-clinicHbA1c + measurements
Combines HbA1c, waist circumference, family history and lifestyle into a personalised prediabetes and type-2 diabetes risk score.
Pregnancy testing
In-clinicUrine or serum beta-hCG
Confirm pregnancy from as early as 10–14 days after conception (serum is more sensitive).
Medical fitness assessment
In-clinicExamination + tests as required
Pre-employment, visa, sports and school medicals to Dubai standards.
Allergy testing (IgE panel)
In-clinicBlood sample
Specific IgE to foods, aeroallergens or venoms. Interpreted alongside clinical history — a positive IgE is not always a clinical allergy.
Ultrasound, CT, MRI, DEXA
Coordinated referralImaging at an external centre
Aafiyah is a primary care clinic — we coordinate imaging with trusted Dubai partners and review the report with you.
FAQs
Does Aafiyah do ECG and spirometry in-clinic?+
Yes — both are done at our Business Bay clinic with same-day reporting by a British-trained GP.
Can I get an ultrasound or CT at Aafiyah?+
We do not run imaging on-site. We coordinate ultrasound, CT, MRI and DEXA with vetted Dubai imaging partners and review the report with you afterwards.
Do I need a referral for a diagnostic test?+
For most in-clinic tests (ECG, spirometry, BP, urinalysis, body composition) a GP consultation first ensures the right test is done for the right reason — this avoids over-testing.
Which tests can be done at home in Dubai?+
Blood tests, ECG (with our mobile unit for suitable patients) and blood pressure monitoring can be arranged at home. Spirometry, imaging and specialist tests require the clinic or a partner centre.
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"After surgery I dreaded going back to a hospital for dressings. Their nurse came every other day, the doctor checked in by WhatsApp. Healed faster than I expected."
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