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1,000 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Pneumocystis Carinii (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test in UAE | 1000 AED | DNA Labs UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- ✓ 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity – real‑time RT‑PCR + confirmatory WGS under ISO 9001:2015 processing.
- ✓ Premium VIP mobile phlebotomy & temperature‑controlled cold‑chain home collection (8 AM‑11 PM).
- ✓ Telephonic post‑test clinical guidance on result interpretation included.
- ✓ Direct insurance billing verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
This qualitative real‑time RT‑PCR assay detects RNA of Pneumocystis jirovecii (formerly P. carinii) with whole‑genome sequencing (WGS) confirmation, providing definitive evidence of active infection from blood, respiratory, or tissue specimens.
Test Overview & Methodology
The test employs real‑time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT‑PCR) targeting P. jirovecii mitochondrial large‑subunit rRNA. Positive results are reflexed to confirmatory whole‑genome sequencing to exclude cross‑reactivity. The workflow is ISO 9001:2015 accredited and performed at DNA Labs UAE, Dubai Healthcare City.
| Feature | Our Test (DNA Labs UAE) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Real‑Time RT‑PCR (qPCR) + WGS verification | Conventional PCR without deep sequencing |
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | 99.9% (ISO‑accredited lab) | 85‑92% |
| Turnaround Time | Email: 4 working days; Phone: 36 hours | 5‑7 working days |
| Home Collection | VIP mobile phlebotomy (8 AM‑11 PM) | Limited availability |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“A positive P. jirovecii RNA result must be interpreted alongside clinical, radiological, and immunological findings. Immunocompromised patients, especially those with HIV, require urgent therapeutic correlation. This test offers a critical diagnostic window—please discuss the result with your treating physician.”
— Dr. Ajay Singh | General Practitioner | DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Patient Safety: Exclusion & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria: Patients with severe coagulopathy (INR >2.0) or thrombocytopenia (<50,000/µL) must not undergo invasive biopsy; for blood sample collection, standard phlebotomy precautions apply.
- Red Flags – Seek Emergency Care Immediately:
- Sudden worsening shortness of breath or cyanosis (bluish lips/skin)
- Altered mental status or confusion in an immunocompromised individual
- Chest pain with high fever (>39°C) despite medication
This PCR test is a diagnostic aid and does not replace immediate clinical assessment in a hospital emergency department.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does this test detect and how accurate is it?
Snippet: This qualitative real‑time RT‑PCR test detects Pneumocystis carinii RNA, achieving 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity when combined with confirmatory whole‑genome sequencing.
2. How is the sample collected for this test?
Snippet: A trained phlebotomist collects a blood sample via our VIP mobile phlebotomy service (8 AM‑11 PM). If a tissue biopsy or respiratory specimen is required clinically, collection occurs at a partner hospital and is arranged by our team.
3. When will I receive my results and how will I get them?
Snippet: Results are delivered securely by email within 4 working days, with urgent phone notification available within 36 hours of sample receipt.
4. Do I need any special preparation before the test?
Snippet: A signed consent form is mandatory. Please provide complete clinical history, especially immunocompromised status or prior anti‑pneumocystis prophylaxis. No drug or supplement avoidance required unless advised by your physician.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance
DNA Labs UAE operates under DHA Facility License No. 1143. All testing 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. Clinical safety and patient consent are governed by Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Pneumocystis Carinii (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test |
| Price (AED) | 1,000 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Email: 4 working days; Phone: 36 hours |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral whole blood, respiratory secretions, or tissue biopsy |
| Methodology Used | Real‑Time RT‑PCR + Whole‑Genome Sequencing (WGS) |
| ICD‑10‑CM Code | B59 (Pneumocystosis) |
| LOINC Code | 78986-1 (Pneumocystis jirovecii RNA [Presence] in Specimen by NAA with probe detection) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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