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2,500 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Shotgun Metagenome Sequencing Data Analysis in the UAE | 2500 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM).
Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation by DHA-licensed specialists.
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Clinical Intent: Designed for rheumatologists investigating the microbiome-immune axis in autoimmunity, oncologists assessing gut microbiota impact on immunotherapy response, and medical researchers enabling biomarker discovery and functional metagenomics.
Corporate Oversight: DNA Labs UAE, DHA Facility License 1143, Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE.
Test Overview & Methodology
Shotgun Metagenome Sequencing Data Analysis offers a comprehensive, culture-free survey of all microbial DNA in a clinical sample, enabling detection of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites alongside functional gene profiling. This advanced molecular test empowers clinicians and researchers to uncover complex microbial signatures linked to infection, immunity, and chronic disease. The analysis utilises next-generation sequencing (Illumina NovaSeq) with a robust bioinformatics pipeline to convert raw sequencing data into a detailed microbial report, providing insight far beyond standard culture methods.
| Feature | Our Test (Shotgun Metagenomics) | Closest Alternative (16S rRNA Sequencing) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision & Scope | Full-genome coverage; identifies all microbial kingdoms and functional genes | Bacterial identification only; limited to taxonomic profiling |
| Methodology | Next-Gen Sequencing (Illumina NovaSeq) with advanced bioinformatics pipeline | Amplicon sequencing of 16S rRNA gene; lower resolution |
| Turnaround Time | 4 weeks (comprehensive data analysis) | 2–3 weeks (limited bioinformatics) |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a clinical geneticist, I emphasise that shotgun metagenomic data must be interpreted within the full clinical context — a detected microbe may represent colonisation rather than active infection. This advanced analysis is a powerful adjunct to conventional diagnostics, but it does not replace thorough physical examination and routine laboratory testing. Always discuss your results directly with your treating physician.” — Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Important Advisory
Do not discontinue prescribed medications or alter treatment regimens based solely on metagenomic findings. Always consult your physician before making any changes to your therapy.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Red Flags
- Absolute contraindications to blood draw: severe anaemia (Hb < 7 g/dL), active haemorrhage, or inaccessible veins.
- If sample is patient-extracted DNA, ensure integrity and cold‑chain transport; degraded DNA will be rejected for analysis.
- Emergency red flags: High fever (>38.5°C), signs of sepsis, or acute immunocompromise — these require immediate clinical intervention, not a metagenomics test.
- Minors require legal guardian consent in compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is shotgun metagenome sequencing and how can it help my doctor?
Shotgun metagenome sequencing analyses all DNA in a clinical sample to identify every microbe present and their functional genes, revealing hidden infections or microbiome imbalances. This comprehensive view assists your physician in diagnosing complex conditions such as culture-negative infections, autoimmune dysbiosis, or in guiding oncology immunotherapy choices. The test converts raw sequencing data into a detailed microbial report, offering insight far beyond standard cultures.
2. How should I prepare for the sample collection, and what type of sample is required?
You can provide a pre-extracted DNA sample or opt for our VIP mobile phlebotomy service that collects a whole blood sample, transported under ISO‑certified temperature‑controlled cold‑chain conditions. If you already have extracted DNA, it must be stored at -20°C and sent on dry ice. For whole blood collection, no fasting is required, but inform the phlebotomist of any bleeding disorders or medications you are taking. The sample is processed in our laboratory to extract high‑quality DNA for shotgun sequencing.
3. Can this test replace standard culture or PCR tests ordered by my doctor?
Metagenomic analysis is a complementary tool and not a direct replacement for targeted cultures or PCR tests, because it detects DNA from both live and dead organisms and cannot determine antibiotic susceptibility. Your physician will integrate metagenomic findings with conventional microbiology, clinical signs, and patient history to make a definitive diagnosis. Never delay urgent antimicrobial therapy while waiting for metagenomic results.
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Compliance & Accreditation Framework
- DHA Facility License: 1143 — Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139)
- Data security and patient privacy strictly adhere 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.
- All clinical testing safety and patient consent protocols comply with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Governing Medical Codes: ICD-10-CM Z13.0 (Screening for infectious diseases), Z20.828 (Exposure to communicable diseases), Z15.09 (Genetic susceptibility to other disease); LOINC 101554-3 (Shotgun metagenomic sequence analysis panel).
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Shotgun Metagenome Sequencing Data Analysis |
| Price (AED) | 2500 |
| Turnaround Time | 4 Weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (Peripheral) or Pre-extracted DNA |
| Methodology Used | Next-Generation Sequencing (Illumina NovaSeq) with Advanced Bioinformatics Pipeline |
| ICD-10-CM Code | Z13.0, Z20.828, Z15.09 |
| LOINC Code | 101554-3 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License: 1143 — Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE — DNA Labs UAE |
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