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Evidence-first articles on longevity, peptides, at-home testing and family health — from the xlr8well clinical team.
lab testingThe Roaccutane Safety Package costs AED 350 in Dubai with xlr8well, collected at home by DHA-licensed professionals. It provides the essential blood monitoring …
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lab testingWhat Is Whole Exome Sequencing? Whole Exome Sequencing (WES) is an advanced genetic test that reads the DNA sequence of your exome — the portion of your genome …
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lab testingWhat Is the Organic Acids Test (OAT)? The Organic Acids Test, commonly referred to as the OAT, is a comprehensive urine-based metabolic test that analyses a bro…
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biomarkersWhat Is ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase)? ALT, short for alanine aminotransferase, is an enzyme found predominantly in liver cells. Its primary job is to help con…
Read Morebiomarkershs-CRP (High-sensitivity C-reactive protein) is the gold-standard blood marker for detecting silent, chronic inflammation — a key driver of cardiovascular and m…
Read MorebiomarkersWhat Is an Iron Panel (Serum Iron, TIBC & Transferrin Saturation)? An iron panel is a group of blood tests that together give a complete picture of how your bod…
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lab testingDengue Fever Test costs AED 250 in Dubai with xlr8well, delivered at home by DHA-licensed professionals. This test detects the virus or your immune response to …
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lab testingFemale Fertility Profile costs AED 899 in Dubai with xlr8well, delivered at home by DHA-licensed professionals. Assess your reproductive potential with our deta…
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lab testingWhat Is a Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT)? A Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT) is a blood-based screening test carried out during pregnancy to assess the like…
Read Morelab testingAt-Home STD Testing in Dubai: What It Is, How It Works & What to Expect Sexual health testing is a responsible part of looking after your overall wellbeing, yet…
Read MorebiomarkersWhat Is Cystatin-C? Cystatin-C is a small protein produced at a remarkably steady rate by virtually every nucleated cell in the body. Unlike many biological mol…
Read MorebiomarkersWhat Is Ferritin? Ferritin is a protein found in almost every cell of the body. Its primary job is to store iron safely and release it in a controlled way when …
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biomarkersWhat Is LH (Luteinising Hormone)? Luteinising hormone, or LH, is a small signalling protein produced by the pituitary gland — a pea-sized structure at the base …
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lab testingWhat Is a Genetic Methylation Panel? A Genetic Methylation Panel is a DNA-based test that examines specific variants in your genes — particularly those involved…
Read MorebiomarkersMagnesium (RBC) is the cellular form of the "relaxation mineral" — standard serum magnesium tests can miss true deficiency, whereas red-cell magnesium gives a m…
Read Morelab testingWhy Fasting Before a Blood Test Actually Matters If you have ever been handed a lab request form with the word "fasting" printed on it and wondered exactly what…
Read MorebiomarkersWhat Is Vitamin A (Retinol)? Vitamin A is a fat-soluble micronutrient that the body cannot manufacture on its own in meaningful quantities — it must come from f…
Read MorebiomarkersWhat Is Fasting Glucose? Fasting glucose is a measurement of the amount of glucose (sugar) circulating in your bloodstream after a period of not eating — typica…
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lab testingWhat Is the DUTCH Complete Hormone Test? The DUTCH Complete Hormone Test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) is one of the most detailed hormone panel…
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lab testingGut Microbiome Analysis costs AED 1,900 in Dubai with xlr8well, delivered at home by DHA-licensed professionals. A comprehensive analysis of your gut microbiota…
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lab testingFood Intolerance vs Food Allergy: Which Test Do You Actually Need? TL;DR: A food allergy (IgE-mediated) is rapid and potentially dangerous — hives, swelling, an…
Read MorebiomarkersWhat Are Thyroid Antibodies (TPO and TG)? Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPO-Ab) and thyroglobulin antibodies (TG-Ab) are proteins produced by the immune system…
Read MorebiomarkersVitamin B6 is a cofactor in over 100 enzymatic reactions — from neurotransmitter synthesis to homocysteine clearance and hormone metabolism. Levels that are too…
Read MorebiomarkersDHEA-S is the adrenal "mother hormone" — a precursor pool for sex hormones and a resilience marker that declines steadily with age. You can test it at home in D…
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lab testingWhat Is an Adrenal Stress Saliva Test? The Adrenal Stress Saliva Test is a non-invasive diagnostic tool designed to measure the levels of key stress-related hor…
Read Morelab testingUnderstanding the Gut Microbiome Test: A Practical Guide TL;DR: Microbiome tests map your gut bacteria diversity and flag imbalances linked to bloating, immunit…
Read MorebiomarkersFSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) is a key pituitary signal that drives ovarian follicle recruitment in women and supports sperm production in men. Understandi…
Read MorebiomarkersWhat Is PSA? Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced almost exclusively by cells in the prostate gland. Small amounts of PSA are secreted into the…
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lab testingWhat Is the Women's Essential Weight Loss Panel? The Women's Essential Weight Loss Panel is a targeted blood test designed to uncover the hormonal and metabolic…
Read Morelab testingUnderstanding DNA Testing in Dubai Genetic testing has moved well beyond the realm of specialist clinics. Today, residents across Dubai and the UAE can access a…
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