Test Price
150 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Rapid Aerobic Body Fluid Culture & Sensitivity Test in UAE | 150 AED | DHA Licensed Laboratory
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Test Overview & Methodology
Our Rapid Aerobic Body Fluid Culture uses automated broth-based technology to detect bacterial, fungal, and mycobacterial pathogens from pleural, peritoneal, synovial, and CSF fluids with industry-leading speed and accuracy.
| Parameter | Our Test | Conventional Culture |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Automated Continuous Monitoring, MALDI-TOF MS, LC-MS/MS | Manual broth/agar, biochemical ID |
| Speed (Interim Report) | 24 & 48 hrs | ≥ 72 hrs |
| Final Report | 6 days | 7–10 days |
| Sensitivity | 99.9% | 85–90% |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a DHA-licensed general practitioner, I advise that a negative culture does not definitively exclude infection, especially if antibiotics were started prior to sample collection; always correlate with clinical signs and biomarkers like procalcitonin. This test is a powerful tool when interpreted in the full context of your health journey, and our team is here to guide you telephonically through every result.”
— Dr. Ajay Singh, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Patented Safety & Medication Advisory
⚠️ Medication Warning
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your physician. This test is not a substitute for clinical decision-making.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Not recommended for patients with uncorrected bleeding disorders (risk of hematoma/re-bleeding at aspiration site).
- Exclusion: Do not submit clotted, dried, or grossly hemolyzed fluid samples; they compromise accuracy.
- ER Red Flag: Seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden high fever (>39°C), shortness of breath, severe pain at aspiration site, or altered mental status.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does a Rapid Aerobic Body Fluid Culture detect?
This test identifies bacteria, fungi, and mycobacteria in sterile body fluids such as pleural, peritoneal, or synovial fluid to diagnose infection.
2. How should I prepare for a body fluid culture sample collection?
No special patient preparation is required; the fluid is collected aseptically by a healthcare professional during a drainage procedure in a hospital setting.
3. When will I receive my results and who interprets them?
Interim reports are available within 24 to 48 hours, and the final report after 6 days; our DHA-licensed clinical team provides telephonic interpretation support.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This laboratory is fully compliant with 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. Patient consent for sample collection is obtained in accordance with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Rapid Aerobic Body Fluid Culture & Sensitivity Test |
| Price (AED) | 150 |
| Turnaround Time | 24-48 hours (interim), 6 days (final) |
| 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 | Automated Continuous Monitoring, MALDI-TOF MS, LC-MS/MS |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B96.88 |
| LOINC Code | 600-7 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA Facility License Number: 1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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