Test Price
250 AED✅ Home Collection Available
DNA Extraction from Fungus Test in UAE | 250 AED | 2025 DHA Guidelines
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing.
Premium Logistics: Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection via VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain certified per ISO standards.
Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation.
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Test Overview & Methodology
This specialized test extracts high-quality DNA from suspected fungal samples (whole blood or pre-isolated DNA) for precise molecular identification and antimicrobial resistance profiling. Clinicians and researchers rely on it to confirm invasive mycosis, guide targeted antifungal therapy, or support forensic and environmental investigations under DHA-approved protocols.
| Feature | Our Test | Alternative Laboratories |
|---|---|---|
| Precision & Validation | 99.9% sensitivity; LC‑MS/MS‑validated molecular extraction (ISO 9001:2015) | Often uses non‑validated in‑house methods; limited inter‑batch consistency |
| Methodology | Silica‑membrane column purification + PCR amplification with sequencing confirmation | May rely on older phenol‑chloroform extraction without confirmation |
| Speed & DHA Compliance | 5‑day TAT; DHA (MOHAP) standards, cold‑chain integrity guaranteed | Variable TAT; often lacks regulatory chain‑of‑custody documentation |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a DHA‑licensed Consultant Medical Geneticist, I emphasise that fungal DNA extraction is a pivotal diagnostic tool; however, the results must always be correlated with clinical history, radiographic imaging, and other laboratory parameters. Never interpret the test in isolation. Always consult your treating doctor before making any therapeutic changes, particularly with antifungal medications. Should you develop warning signs such as high fever, shortness of breath, or severe localised pain, please seek immediate emergency care.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
⚠️ Medication Warning
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. This test does not replace clinical judgement and cannot independently rule out fungal infection or guide therapy.
Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
- Exclusion: Known hypersensitivity to phlebotomy components (e.g., latex) without available alternative; severe bleeding disorders (e.g., haemophilia A with factor activity <1%); inability to provide informed consent (if minor, consent from legal guardian required per Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability).
- Red Flags (Seek Emergency Care): Signs of anaphylaxis after sample collection, uncontrolled hemorrhage, or signs of systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS).
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does this test detect?
This extraction produces high‑purity fungal genomic DNA for downstream molecular identification, enabling precise speciation of pathogens such as Candida, Aspergillus, or dimorphic fungi. The test does not directly measure fungal load; instead it provides the genomic material necessary for PCR, sequencing, or antimicrobial resistance gene analysis.
2. How should I prepare for sample collection?
No dietary or fasting adjustments are required; however, inform our home collection phlebotomist of any anticoagulant therapy. We perform a standard venous blood draw (or accept previously extracted DNA) using strict aseptic technique and temperature‑controlled cold‑chain transport.
3. Is this test DHA accredited?
Yes, our laboratory is fully DHA‑licensed (License No. 1143) and ISO 9001:2015 certified. We strictly comply 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.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory & Privacy Compliance
DNA Labs UAE strictly adheres 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. Patient data is encrypted, access‑controlled, and processed solely for diagnostic purposes under the supervision of our DHA‑licensed medical team. Clinical safety and informed consent protocols follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | DNA Extraction from Fungus Test |
| Price (AED) | 250 |
| Turnaround Time | 5 Working Days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (or pre‑isolated DNA) |
| Methodology Used | Silica‑membrane column purification + PCR with sequencing confirmation |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B49 (Unspecified mycosis), B37.9 (Candidiasis, unspecified) |
| LOINC Code | 69091-3 (Fungal DNA detection) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | License No. 1143 |
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