Test Price
1,000 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Neisseria gonorrhoeae Bacterial Load Test (Quantitative PCR) in Dubai, UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
✅ Diagnostic Accuracy
99.9% Clinical Sensitivity via ISO 15189 accredited quantitative PCR processing, detecting down to 50 copies/mL.
📦 Specimen Collection Logistics
Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
📞 Post-Test Clinical Guidance
Telephonic consultation with a DHA-licensed physician for result interpretation and clinical correlation.
🏥 Insurance & Billing
Direct billing verification available via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This quantitative molecular assay precisely measures the number of Neisseria gonorrhoeae DNA copies per millilitre in urogenital or extragenital specimens. Unlike standard qualitative tests, this advanced methodology provides an absolute bacterial load, enabling clinicians to accurately assess infection severity and monitor therapeutic response over time. The inclusion of antimicrobial resistance profiling via next-generation sequencing (NGS) offers critical guidance for antibiotic stewardship.
| Feature | DNA Labs UAE Quantitative PCR + NGS | Standard Qualitative NAAT |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Quantitative Real-Time PCR with NGS-based antimicrobial resistance profiling | Qualitative Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (e.g., Aptima) |
| Clinical Sensitivity | >99.9% (95% CI) | ~98% |
| Quantification | Absolute copies/mL; enables longitudinal monitoring of bacterial load | Positive/Negative only |
| Turnaround Time | Email: 48 hours; Phone: 36 hours | 24–48 hours |
| Resistance Guidance | Predicts ceftriaxone & azithromycin susceptibility via genotypic markers | Not included |
| Price (AED) | 1,000 | 800–900 |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a General Practitioner providing clinical oversight for diagnostic services, I emphasize that accurate quantification of N. gonorrhoeae DNA is crucial for determining infection severity and ensuring effective treatment. This laboratory data must be integrated with a full clinical assessment, including exposure history and confirmatory culture, for optimal patient outcomes. A negative quantitative result in a symptomatic patient should never override clinical judgment.”
— Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner | DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Advisory: Medication Compliance
⚠️ Medication Warning
Do not discontinue prescribed antimicrobial therapy without consulting your physician. Premature discontinuation may lead to antibiotic resistance and treatment failure.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Active menstruation for vaginal swabs (may degrade DNA); antibiotic use in the past 7 days (risk of false negative).
- Exclusion: Recent douching or use of spermicidal products within 24 hours can impair sample quality.
- Emergency Red Flag: Fever >39°C, severe pelvic or rectal pain, or purulent discharge with systemic illness – possible disseminated gonococcal infection (DGI).
- Emergency Red Flag: Joint pain, tenosynovitis, or skin pustules – may indicate gonococcemia requiring immediate medical attention.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What specific pathogen does this quantitative PCR test detect?
This test specifically detects and quantifies Neisseria gonorrhoeae DNA. It is highly specific for this pathogen and does not cross-react with other commensal or pathogenic Neisseria species. The quantitative result provides the exact bacterial load, which is essential for differentiating between active infection and colonization.
2. How does the bacterial load result guide clinical management?
The bacterial load quantifies the number of viable gonococcal DNA copies, helping your physician determine the severity of infection, risk of transmission, and response to treatment. Higher loads often correlate with symptomatic disease and greater infectiousness, while a declining load upon repeat testing confirms therapeutic success. This dual-approach guides personalized therapy and reduces the risk of silent carriage.
3. What is the recommended collection protocol for this test?
Avoid urination for at least 1 hour before a urethral sample collection. Refrain from using vaginal products for 24 hours prior. Inform your physician about any antibiotic intake within the last 7 days. Collection is performed exclusively at a certified hospital facility to ensure sample integrity. A signed consent and clinical history are mandatory before sample collection.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Data Protection & Legal Compliance
This laboratory service operates in full compliance with the UAE's legal framework for health data and personal privacy, including:
- Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL).
- Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields.
- Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
All laboratory results are transmitted via encrypted channels, and patient consent is obtained prior to testing. For complete details on how your data is processed, please refer to the DNA Labs UAE Privacy Policy.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Neisseria gonorrhoeae Bacterial Load Test (Quantitative PCR) |
| Price (AED) | 1,000 |
| Turnaround Time | 36–48 Hours |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Urogenital or Extragenital Swab (Hospital Extraction Only) |
| Methodology Used | Quantitative Real-Time PCR with Antimicrobial Resistance Profiling (NGS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | A54.9, Z11.3, Z86.19 |
| LOINC Code | 88225-9 |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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