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600 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Legionella Antigen Urine Test in UAE | 600 AED | DHA Guidelines
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing. Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection via ISO Certified Cold-Chain and VIP Mobile Phlebotomy. Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation. Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731. Price: 600 AED; Turnaround: Same Day (if sample by 1 PM).
Test Overview & Methodology
The Legionella Antigen Urine Test detects Legionella pneumophila serogroup 1 antigen in urine within hours using immunochromatographic technology, enabling early diagnosis of Legionnaires’ disease in patients presenting with pneumonia and renal involvement.
| Feature | Our Test (ICT) | Culture (Alternative) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Immunochromatographic Test (ICT) | Bacterial Culture on BCYE Agar |
| Turnaround Time | Same Day (if sample by 1 pm) | 7–10 Days |
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | >99% for serogroup 1 | Variable (50–80%) |
| Price in UAE | 600 AED | 1,200–2,500 AED |
| Sample Requirement | 5 mL random urine, refrigerated | Sputum/BAL, special transport |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Dr. Ajay Singh (DHA License: 36234132) notes: “Rapid detection of Legionella antigen in urine can dramatically shorten the diagnostic odyssey for severe pneumonia. I reassure patients that while this test is highly accurate, all laboratory findings must be correlated with chest imaging and clinical signs such as hyponatremia and renal function. Do not hesitate to seek immediate care if respiratory distress worsens.”
Important Advisory
⚠️ Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.
Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria: None absolute. However, patients with recent bladder irrigation or active urinary tract infection may have artificially altered antigen concentrations; clinical correlation is advised.
- Emergency Red Flags: Seek immediate ER if you experience severe shortness of breath, confusion or altered mental status, chest pain, cyanosis (bluish skin), or systolic blood pressure below 90 mmHg. Legionnaires' disease can progress rapidly; do not wait for test results if these signs appear.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does a positive Legionella urine antigen test mean?
A positive result indicates the presence of Legionella pneumophila serogroup 1 antigen in your urine, confirming Legionnaires’ disease with 99% specificity and allowing targeted antibiotic therapy.
2. How should I collect the urine sample for this test at home?
Collect a midstream urine sample in a sterile container, refrigerate immediately, and do not freeze; our phlebotomist will ensure cold‑chain transport to the laboratory.
3. How quickly will I receive my Legionella urine antigen result?
Your result will be available the same day if the sample reaches our lab by 1 pm, enabling rapid clinical decision‑making for suspected pneumonia.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Data security and patient confidentiality are governed by 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 adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. All laboratory processes are ISO accredited and DHA licensed.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Legionella Antigen Urine Test |
| Price (AED) | 600 |
| Turnaround Time | Same Day (if sample by 1 pm) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Urine (random, midstream) |
| Methodology Used | Immunochromatographic Test (ICT) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | A48.1 |
| LOINC Code | 17883-8 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License 1143 – DNA Labs UAE, Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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