BIOTIN (VITAMIN H)

The BIOTIN (VITAMIN H) home test measures biotin (vitamin H) concentration in blood to assess status related to hair, skin and nail health. A trained phlebotomist collects the sample at your home anywhere in Dubai and across the UAE and the specimen is analysed in an accredited clinical laboratory using standardized assays.

This measurement is important because biotin is a water‑soluble B‑vitamin that functions as a cofactor for key metabolic enzymes; inadequate levels can present as hair thinning, brittle nails, dermatitis or peripheral neuropathy. The test is suitable for people with unexplained dermatologic or hair changes, those on long‑term antibiotics or anticonvulsants, post‑bariatric surgery patients, pregnant women with symptoms, and anyone considering targeted supplementation — results should be reviewed with a clinician for personalised advice.

• Serum Biotin (Vitamin H)
• Urinary Biotin (optional)
• Biotinidase Activity (on request)

• Unexplained hair loss or thinning
• Brittle, splitting or slow‑growing nails
• Persistent dry, scaly or inflamed skin/dermatitis
• New onset peripheral neuropathy or numbness
• After bariatric surgery, long‑term antibiotics or anticonvulsant therapy

• Professional at‑home blood collection across Dubai and the UAE
• Accurate, clinical‑grade laboratory analysis
• Helps identify true biotin deficiency to guide supplementation
• Convenient booking and transparent pricing in AED on Touch Connect
• Results suitable for physician or nutritionist review for personalised care

• At‑home venous blood sample collection by a trained phlebotomist
• Stop biotin supplements 48–72 hours before sampling (biotin interferes with many assays)
• Inform the collector about current medications (e.g., anticonvulsants, antibiotics)
• Fasting not usually required unless otherwise instructed by the provider