Test Price
1,000 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Stachybotrys Quantitation Test in Dubai | 1000 AED | DHA Licensed Laboratory
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Quantitative Precision: 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity via ISO 15189-accredited Real-Time PCR (qPCR) and Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS).
- Clinical Logistics: VIP mobile phlebotomy and temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM. Tissue biopsies require hospital extraction.
- Post-Test Guidance: Telephonic consultation for clinical result interpretation by a DHA-licensed general practitioner.
- Insurance & Billing: Direct billing verification and pre-authorization via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Stachybotrys Quantitation Test utilizes Real-Time PCR (qPCR) coupled with Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) to detect and quantify Stachybotrys chartarum DNA in clinical specimens. This dual-methodology approach provides species-level identification and precise fungal burden quantification, enabling definitive diagnosis of invasive mold infections and mold-related hypersensitivity pneumonitis.
| Feature | Our Test (qPCR + WGS) | Standard Fungal Culture |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | 99.9% (quantitative DNA copies/mL) | Low (subjective, slow growth) |
| Methodology | Real-Time PCR + Whole Genome Sequencing | Mycological culture and microscopy |
| Turnaround Time | Preliminary report at 36 hours; final report at 48 hours | 7 to 21 days |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Clinical Insight from Dr. Ajay Singh (DHA Registration ID: 36234132): "The molecular quantification of Stachybotrys DNA via qPCR offers a significant advance in the rapid diagnosis of invasive mold infections. However, it is critical to correlate quantitative results with clinical symptoms, radiological findings, and histopathological evidence. Molecular results alone should not be the sole determinant for initiating or discontinuing antifungal therapy."
Clinical Advisory: Medication Continuity
Patients must not discontinue prescribed antifungal or immunomodulatory medications without consulting their referring physician. This diagnostic test is an adjunct to, not a replacement for, comprehensive clinical evaluation.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Active chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or recent hematopoietic stem cell transplant within 7 days prior to sampling may affect DNA yield and is ideally deferred.
- Absence of clinical, radiological, or histopathological suspicion for invasive fungal infection.
- Emergency Red Flags: Patients experiencing severe dyspnea, hemoptysis, hypoxia, or meeting Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) criteria should seek immediate emergency medical care. This test is not indicated for acute emergency management.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the accuracy of the Stachybotrys Quantitation Test compared to conventional culture?
The qPCR and WGS platform delivers 99.9% analytical sensitivity and species-specific quantification within 48 hours. In contrast, fungal culture offers lower sensitivity and requires 7–21 days due to the slow-growth nature of Stachybotrys.
2. Do I need to fast or stop taking medications before the test?
Fasting is not required. Patients should provide a complete clinical history and sign the informed consent form. Ideally, antifungal therapy should be held for 24 hours prior to specimen collection, unless contraindicated by the treating physician.
3. Can this test be used to evaluate mold-related allergy or hypersensitivity pneumonitis?
Yes. The test quantifies Stachybotrys DNA in respiratory secretions (BAL, sputum) and lung tissue, aiding in the diagnosis of mold-related hypersensitivity pneumonitis and other environmental mold-associated respiratory conditions.
4. How is the sample collected, and can a home visit be arranged?
For blood, serum, or BAL samples, our VIP mobile phlebotomy service is available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM. For tissue biopsies, collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility. A secure medical courier retrieves solid tissue specimens for processing at DNA Labs UAE.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Data Protection & Legal Compliance
- Data Privacy: All patient data is processed and stored in strict compliance 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.
- Clinical Safety: All laboratory procedures and patient consent frameworks adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
- Accreditation: DNA Labs UAE is ISO 9001:2015 certified (Certification No. INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) and operates under DHA Facility License No. 1143.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Stachybotrys Quantitation Test (qPCR + WGS) |
| Price (AED) | 1,000 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Preliminary report in 36 hours; final report in 48 hours |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood, Serum, Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL), or Tissue Biopsy (FFPE / Fresh) |
| Methodology Used | Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) & Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B49 (Mycosis, unspecified), J69.1 (Pneumonitis due to inhalation of other organic dust) |
| LOINC Code | 76895-8 (Fungal organism identified in Specimen by Molecular method) |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License No. 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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