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150 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Yeast (Candida Species) Identification Test in the UAE | 150 AED | DHA Licensed Laboratory
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing.
- Premium Logistics: Secure Medical Courier Solid Tissue Specimen Retrieval for culture isolate transport; mobile home phlebotomy is not applicable for this test.
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This advanced fungal culture identification test accurately detects and speciates Candida yeast infections using rapid automated technology, providing essential guidance for targeted antifungal therapy. The test is performed on a positive culture isolate using state-of-the-art mass spectrometry, ensuring species-level precision within a short turnaround window.
| Feature | Our Test (Rapid Automated ID) | Conventional Culture & Biochemistry |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | 99.9% species-level accuracy | ~85% may require additional testing |
| Method | MALDI-TOF MS / Automated Biochemical Panel | Morphology & manual sugar assimilation |
| Speed | Report within 3 days | 5–10 days |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"Precise species identification of Candida isolates is essential for selecting appropriate antifungal therapy and avoiding unnecessary broad-spectrum treatment. I always advise correlating laboratory results with the patient's clinical presentation to ensure targeted and effective management. Our team provides telephonic post-test guidance to help you interpret results safely."
— Dr. Ajay Singh (DHA Registration ID: 36234132) | General Practitioner
Medication Safety Advisory
Do not discontinue or alter any prescribed antifungal medication without consulting your treating physician. Always bring a current medication list to your consultation.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria: Patients already receiving systemic antifungal induction therapy for confirmed invasive candidiasis are not eligible for this standalone identification test; ongoing clinical monitoring is mandatory.
- Emergency Red Flags: Signs of systemic candidiasis such as persistent high fever exceeding 39°C with chills, hypotension, or altered mental status require immediate emergency care, not outpatient laboratory testing.
- Sample Rejection: Frozen specimens or cultures from non-sterile sites without a corresponding positive culture will be rejected.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is a Candida yeast identification test?
This test uses a positive culture sample and advanced MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry to rapidly and accurately determine the specific Candida species causing an infection, guiding targeted antifungal therapy within 3 days.
2. Do I need to stop my antifungal medication before the test?
No, continue all prescribed medications as directed. The test identifies the yeast species regardless of current treatment, and your doctor will interpret the results in the context of your therapy.
3. What if my test identifies Candida albicans?
Candida albicans is the most common cause of yeast infections. Your doctor will correlate this finding with your clinical symptoms to determine the most appropriate treatment plan, which may include topical or oral antifungal agents.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Trusted Compliance Framework
- Data Protection: All patient data is handled in accordance with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL).
- Health Information Governance: Fully compliant with Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields.
- Clinical Safety & Consent: Patient safety and informed consent protocols follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
- Quality Certification: ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Yeast (Candida Species) Identification Test |
| Price (AED) | 150 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 3 Business Days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Culture Isolate (Positive Culture Specimen) |
| Methodology Used | MALDI-TOF Mass Spectrometry / Automated Biochemical Panel |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B37.9 (Candidiasis, unspecified) |
| LOINC Code | 50595-8 (Yeast identified in Isolate by Maldi-tof MS) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | Corporate Lab: DNA Labs UAE |
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