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900 AED✅ Home Collection Available
MRSA Multiplex Detection & Differentiation Qualitative PCR Test in UAE | 900 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Core Metrics
- ✅ Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing.
- 🏡 Premium Logistics: Paid Hospital-Grade Home Collection via ISO Certified Cold-Chain Home Collection & VIP Mobile Phlebotomy (Available daily 8 AM to 11 PM).
- 🩺 Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation.
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Test Overview & Methodology
The MRSA Multiplex Detection & Differentiation Qualitative PCR Test rapidly identifies methicillin‑resistant Staphylococcus aureus DNA from multiple specimen types, enabling clinicians to confirm colonization or active infection within 36–48 hours. This advanced molecular assay supports targeted therapy decisions and infection control measures, particularly for General Practitioners, Infectious Disease Specialists, and Emergency Physicians.
| Feature | Our Test (MRSA Multiplex qPCR) | Conventional Culture & Sensitivity |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | Direct detection of mecA/mecC resistance genes via Real‑Time PCR; optional WGS for strain typing | Phenotypic growth; may miss resistant strains or require additional confirmatory steps |
| Speed | Preliminary result by phone in 36 hours; formal report on 4th working day | 48‑72 hours for growth, plus further 24‑48 hours for susceptibility |
| Specimen Types | Nasal swab, skin lesion, boil biopsy, whole blood, tissue – multiple validated matrices | Typically requires swab in transport medium; tissue samples need special processing |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“Molecular PCR testing for MRSA offers exceptional sensitivity, but a positive result must be interpreted alongside clinical findings and recent antibiotic exposure. A negative test does not exclude infection if the bacterial load is below the detection threshold. Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to guiding your next steps safely.”
– Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner | DHA License 36234132
🛑 Clinical Correlation Required
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Results should be combined with physical examination and other diagnostic tests.
⚠️ Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Patients who have taken systemic antibiotics active against MRSA within 48 hours prior to sample collection (may cause false negative).
- Red Flag: Signs of systemic toxicity – high fever, rigors, tachycardia, hypotension, confusion – warrant immediate emergency evaluation regardless of test result.
- Red Flag: Rapidly spreading cellulitis, crepitus, or necrotic tissue; do not wait for PCR result, proceed to emergency care.
- Red Flag: Known severe immunosuppression or prosthetic device infection – urgent infectious disease consultation required.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. How is the sample collected for the MRSA PCR test?
A painless nasal swab, skin lesion swab, or small biopsy is taken by a trained phlebotomist during home collection; the process yields high-quality DNA for detection.
2. When will I receive my MRSA test results?
A preliminary verbal result is available by phone within 36 hours; the final DHA‑certified report is emailed on the 4th working day.
3. What should I do if my test is positive?
A positive result indicates detection of MRSA DNA; you must schedule a telehealth consultation to review antibiotic options and decolonization protocols.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
All diagnostic data is processed in full compliance with:
- 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
Patient confidentiality and secure data handling are guaranteed throughout the testing lifecycle.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | MRSA Multiplex Detection & Differentiation Qualitative PCR Test |
| Price (AED) | 900 |
| Turnaround Time | Preliminary verbal result 36 hours; final report on 4th working day |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Nasal swab, skin lesion, boil biopsy, whole blood, tissue |
| Methodology Used | Real-Time PCR (qPCR) for mecA/mecC gene detection; optional WGS |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B95.62, Z22.32 |
| LOINC Code | 89558-3 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA Facility License No: 1143 DNA Labs UAE Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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