Test Price
550 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Brucella Culture (Without Antibiotic Sensitivity) in Dubai
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
✅ Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
✅ Premium Logistics: Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
✅ Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation with DHA‑licensed specialists.
✅ Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
Brucella culture (without antibiotic sensitivity) is the gold‑standard diagnostic test for active brucellosis, detecting viable Brucella bacteria in blood, bone marrow, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), or other sterile body fluids. This culture enables definitive species‑level identification using advanced MALDI‑TOF Mass Spectrometry, guiding targeted therapy without performing antibiotic susceptibility.
| Feature | Our Test (Brucella Culture) | Closest Alternative (Serology) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | >99% specificity; definitive species ID | Variable; cross‑reactivity with other bacteria |
| Methodology | MALDI‑TOF MS, Rapid Automated Culture | ELISA / Agglutination (antibody‑based) |
| Reporting Speed | Interim: 1‑2 weeks; Final: 3 weeks (positive flagged sooner) | 1‑3 days (but may miss early/active infection) |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a general practitioner specializing in infectious diseases, I emphasize that a positive Brucella culture confirms active infection but must be carefully correlated with your clinical signs and exposure history. Please do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor, and rely on our expert post‑test guidance for a safe interpretation.”
— Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner | DHA License: 36234132
Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue or modify any prescribed medication without consulting your treating physician.
Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
- Exclusion: Patients with a known severe bleeding disorder must inform the phlebotomist before sample collection.
- ER Red Flags: If after sample collection you experience high fever with rigors, severe headache, confusion, joint swelling, or unexplained bruising, seek emergency care immediately.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is a Brucella culture test?
A: A Brucella culture test identifies active Brucella bacteria in blood or sterile body fluids to confirm brucellosis infection definitively. This test is the most reliable method because it grows the living organism, allowing precise species identification. Unlike serology, it avoids false positives from past infections.
2. Why is antibiotic sensitivity not included in this test?
A: This Brucella culture test identifies Brucella bacteria without performing antibiotic susceptibility for fast species identification. Brucella species are typically treated with a standard combination therapy (doxycycline plus rifampicin or aminoglycosides). Susceptibility testing is rarely needed and would delay results by several days.
3. How should I prepare for a Brucella culture?
A: No special preparation is needed; just maintain normal hydration and inform the phlebotomist of any medications. For blood collection, a specific aerobic bottle is used and the sample must be sent promptly at room temperature. Detailed instructions will be provided by our hospital collection team.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance
This laboratory service fully adheres to Federal Decree‑Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL), Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields, and Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. DHA Facility License: 1143. ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Brucella Culture (Without Antibiotic Sensitivity) |
| Price (AED) | 550 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Interim: 1‑2 weeks; Final: 3 weeks (positive flagged sooner) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety. |
| Methodology Used | MALDI‑TOF Mass Spectrometry, Rapid Automated Culture System |
| ICD-10-CM Code | A23.9 (Brucellosis, unspecified) |
| LOINC Code | 699-9 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License 1143 | DNA Labs UAE, Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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