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Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci (VRE) Screening detects colonization or infection by enterococci resistant to vancomycin, using chromogenic culture with PCR confirmation. This test is crucial for infection control, guiding isolation precautions and antimicrobial stewardship in UAE healthcare settings. It is typically ordered by General Physicians, Primary Care Doctors, and Medical Researchers for surveillance, pre-admission screening, and epidemiological resistance monitoring.
| Aspect | Our Test (PrecisionPlus) | Standard Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Chromogenic Agar Culture + VanA/VanB PCR Confirmation | Conventional Culture without PCR |
| Diagnostic Accuracy | >99.9% Sensitivity & Specificity | ~95% (risk of false positives/negatives) |
| Turnaround Time | Next Day (24 hours after receipt) | 48–72 hours |
| Accreditation | ISO 9001:2015, DHA/MOHAP Licensed | Varies (often not certified) |
"As a DHA-licensed general practitioner, I emphasize that a positive VRE screen does not always indicate active infection; it may reflect colonization. Clinical correlation with patient symptoms, history, and other diagnostics is essential before initiating decolonization or altering therapy. This test supports infection control teams in preventing nosocomial transmission, especially in high-risk units. Timely screening protects vulnerable patients and frontline healthcare workers. Please discuss the result with your treating doctor; self-interpretation can lead to unnecessary anxiety or inappropriate antibiotic use." – Dr. Ajay Singh, GP, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
If you are undergoing treatment for any condition, do not stop or alter your medications based solely on VRE screening results. Always seek professional medical advice.
The VRE screening uses a rectal or wound swab processed on chromogenic agar, identifying vancomycin-resistant enterococci through color change, confirmed by PCR for vanA/vanB genes, delivering >99.9% accuracy. A swab is gently inserted into the rectum or applied to a wound, then placed in specialized transport medium and shipped refrigerated to our ISO-accredited lab. No radiation or painful procedure is involved.
No. VRE screening requires hospital extraction only. Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety. You may visit any DHA-licensed hospital or our lab location in Dubai Healthcare City. No special preparation is needed, but inform our team of any recent antibiotic use.
Results are reported by the next day after sample reaches the lab; we provide telephonic guidance from a physician to interpret positive results and recommend infection control steps. A positive result usually indicates colonization; your doctor will advise if isolation precautions are needed and whether further testing or treatment is required. Do not self-medicate or discontinue any prescribed medications without professional consultation.
We strictly adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields. All patient data, including test results and personal details, are encrypted and stored securely in compliance with UAE healthcare regulations. Clinical consent processes follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Our facility is licensed by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and holds ISO 9001:2015 certification.
| Test Name | Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci (VRE) Screening via Chromogenic Culture with PCR Confirmation |
| Price (AED) | 110 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Next Day (24 hours after sample receipt) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Rectal or wound swab in transport medium |
| Methodology Used | Chromogenic Agar Culture + VanA/VanB PCR |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z22.38 (Carrier of other specified bacterial diseases) |
| LOINC Code | 617-3 (Enterococcus sp identified in Specimen by Culture) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address Invariants | DHA License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | Corporate Lab: DNA Labs UAE |
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