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550 AEDโ Home Collection Available
Dengue Fever Antibodies IgG & IgM ICT Test in UAE โ 550 AED โ DHA Licensed Laboratory
Test Overview & Methodology
Test Overview & Clinical Utility
The Dengue Fever Antibodies IgG & IgM ICT Test is a qualitative lateral-flow immunochromatographic assay designed for the rapid serological detection and differentiation of immunoglobulin G (IgG) and immunoglobulin M (IgM) antibodies specific to the Dengue virus in human serum. This test is indicated for patients presenting with acute febrile illness in dengue-endemic regions, including the UAE during post-monsoon and travel-associated outbreak periods. The assay simultaneously detects IgM antibodies indicating acute or recent primary dengue infection and IgG antibodies signaling past exposure, secondary infection, or convalescent-phase immunity from a single 2 mL serum sample.
| Feature | Our Test: ICT (This Panel) | ELISA (Alternative) | RT-PCR (Alternative) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Precision | 99.9% Sensitivity; ISO-validated membrane-based detection | 94โ97% Sensitivity; plate-based enzyme reaction | 98โ99% Sensitivity; detects viral RNA (NS1/gene targets) |
| Methodology | Immunochromatographic Test (ICT) โ Lateral Flow | Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay | Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction |
| Turnaround Time | Same Day (Daily Processing) | 24โ48 Hours | 4โ6 Hours (Limited Availability) |
| Clinical Window | Day 3โ5 Onwards (Serological Phase) | Day 3โ5 Onwards | Day 1โ7 (Viremic Phase) |
| IgG/IgM Differentiation | Yes โ Simultaneous Qualitative Detection | Yes โ Separate Wells Required | No โ Detects Viral RNA Only |
| Sample Volume | 2 mL Serum (1 SST); 1 mL Minimum | 2โ3 mL Serum | 2 mL Whole Blood or Serum |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Dr. Ajay Singh โ General Practitioner, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
As a general practitioner managing febrile patients across Dubai, I have relied on rapid dengue serology to triage suspected cases during outbreak seasons. A positive IgM finding with concurrent thrombocytopenia and rising hematocrit demands immediate clinical correlation โ this test guides but never replaces comprehensive bedside assessment. I advise every patient to complete the recommended follow-up including serial complete blood counts and to not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting their treating physician.
Advisory Notice โ Medication & Clinical Supervision
โ DO NOT DISCONTINUE PRESCRIBED MEDICATION WITHOUT CONSULTING YOUR DOCTOR.
This serological test is a diagnostic aid. Altering or stopping any prescribed therapy โ including antipyretics, analgesics, or fluid management protocols โ based solely on these results without physician consultation may lead to serious clinical deterioration, particularly in severe dengue with plasma leakage.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
โ Patient Safety: Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
Exclusion Criteria for Home Collection
- Known immunoglobulin deficiency disorders (CVID, selective IgM deficiency) that invalidate serological interpretation
- Current therapeutic anticoagulation at supra-therapeutic levels with active bleeding โ requires hospital-based phlebotomy
- Severe thrombocytopenia (platelets < 20,000/ยตL) with spontaneous mucosal bleeding
- Hemodynamic instability: systolic BP < 90 mmHg, tachycardia > 120 bpm at rest
- Altered mental status or Glasgow Coma Scale < 15
๐จ Emergency Red Flags โ Seek Immediate Hospital Care
- Severe, persistent abdominal pain or tenderness
- Persistent vomiting (โฅ 3 episodes in 1 hour or โฅ 5 episodes in 6 hours)
- Mucosal bleeding: gingival, epistaxis, melena, hematemesis, menorrhagia
- Lethargy, restlessness, or acute confusion
- Clinical fluid accumulation: pleural effusion, ascites, periorbital edema
- Rapid, labored breathing (respiratory rate > 30/min) or SpOโ < 92%
- Hematocrit rise โฅ 20% from baseline with rapid platelet decline
If any red flag symptom is present, proceed directly to the nearest DHA-licensed emergency department. Do not wait for serological test results. Dengue with warning signs can progress to severe dengue within 24โ48 hours.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What exactly does the Dengue Fever IgG & IgM ICT Test detect, and why are both antibodies measured together?
This rapid immunochromatographic cassette simultaneously detects IgM antibodies indicating acute or recent primary dengue infection and IgG antibodies signaling past exposure, secondary infection, or convalescent-phase immunity from a single 2 mL serum sample. Measuring both immunoglobulins together enables clinicians to distinguish primary dengue (IgM-positive, IgG-negative) from secondary dengue (both IgM and IgG positive), which carries a significantly higher risk of progression to severe dengue with plasma leakage and hemorrhagic manifestations. This differentiation is clinically critical because secondary dengue warrants closer monitoring of hematocrit, platelet count, and hemodynamic status.
2. When is the optimal time to get tested for dengue antibodies after fever onset?
The optimal testing window for dengue IgM seroconversion is between day 3 and day 7 after fever onset, when IgM antibodies become reliably detectable by immunochromatographic assay in over 90% of primary dengue cases. Testing too early (day 1โ2) may yield a false-negative IgM result because the adaptive humoral immune response has not yet produced sufficient antibody titers. If dengue is strongly suspected within the first 48 hours of fever, your physician may recommend paired testing โ an NS1 antigen or RT-PCR test for the viremic phase, followed by this IgG & IgM ICT panel on day 4โ5 for serological confirmation.
3. What does a positive IgG with negative IgM result actually mean for my health status?
A positive IgG with negative IgM pattern on this ICT panel indicates past dengue virus exposure with immunological memory, suggesting you have recovered from a prior dengue infection and are no longer in the acute phase of illness. This serological profile is commonly seen in individuals who reside in or have traveled to dengue-endemic regions including parts of Asia, Africa, and Latin America. This past-exposure pattern means you possess serotype-specific immunity to the infecting dengue serotype but remain susceptible to the other three serotypes โ and any subsequent infection with a different serotype carries an elevated risk of antibody-dependent enhancement (ADE) and severe dengue. Patients with this serological pattern should maintain mosquito bite prevention measures and inform their physician of their immune history when presenting with new febrile symptoms.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance & Data Protection
This diagnostic service operates in full compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) governing patient data privacy and confidentiality, and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields regulating digital health data handling. Clinical safety and patient consent protocols adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. All serological test results are transmitted via encrypted channels and stored in DHA-compliant health information systems. The laboratory holds ISO 9001:2015 certification (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) and operates under DHA Facility License Number 1143.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Dengue Fever Antibodies IgG & IgM ICT Test |
| Price (AED) | 550 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Same Day (Daily Processing) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | 2 mL Serum (SST), minimum 1 mL |
| Methodology Used | Immunochromatographic Test (ICT) โ Lateral Flow |
| ICD-10-CM Code | A90, A91, Z86.19 |
| LOINC Code | 51723-6 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License 1143 โ Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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