Test Price
370 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST for Levofloxacin in UAE | 370 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Clinical Accuracy 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Certified Lab (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Sample Type Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
Clinical Guidance Telephonic Post-Test Result Interpretation with a DHA-licensed expert.
Insurance Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Regulatory Compliance: 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.
Test Overview & Methodology
This test determines the susceptibility of cultured Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex to levofloxacin, a critical fluoroquinolone, guiding precise, resistance‑aware therapy. Results enable physicians to select an effective drug regimen for drug‑resistant tuberculosis according to the latest clinical protocols.
| Feature | Our Test (DHA‑Compliant) | Closest Alternative (Overseas Lab) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Automated MGIT 960 Fluorescence‑based Broth System with CLSI M24 Guidelines | Manual Proportional Method on Solid Media |
| Turnaround Time | 21 Working Days | 28–35 Days |
| Accreditation | ISO 9001:2015, DHA Licensed Facility #1143, Dubai Healthcare City | Variable; may lack UAE regulatory oversight |
| Price & Collection | 370 AED, Hospital Extraction Only | Often >500 AED, Courier Only |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Dr. Ajay Singh (DHA License: 36234132) advises: “Levofloxacin susceptibility results must be interpreted in conjunction with the complete clinical picture and additional molecular resistance markers. This test is a guide; therapy decisions require expert integration of patient history, radiology, and other drug susceptibility profiles.”
Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. This test is a tool for guiding anti‑TB therapy; never self‑interpret resistance results.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Patient must have a confirmed pure culture of M. tuberculosis complex already submitted; this test cannot be performed directly on sputum or blood.
- Not for minors (<18 years) without explicit parental consent as per Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
- If the patient develops severe hemoptysis, acute chest pain, or respiratory distress, proceed immediately to the nearest emergency department—do not wait for test results.
- Patients with active uncontrolled infectious TB must follow strict isolation protocols; sample collection is performed exclusively in hospital settings.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does a “resistant” result to levofloxacin mean for my TB treatment?
Snippet Answer: A levofloxacin‑resistant result indicates the TB bacteria are not susceptible; your doctor will switch therapy. This means the tuberculosis bacteria do not respond to the drug, requiring a change in treatment regimen.
2. How is the sample for this DST collected, and why does it take 21 days?
Snippet Answer: A pure TB culture isolate is used for testing; the 21‑day period ensures reliable fluorescence‑based levofloxacin susceptibility. The culture is obtained from a prior specimen (e.g., sputum) in a hospital laboratory, and the test is performed on that isolate.
3. Is this test covered by insurance and how do I arrange sample submission?
Snippet Answer: Most insurers cover this TB susceptibility testing with a doctor’s referral. Sample submission is arranged via your treating physician or hospital; contact our billing team at +971 54 548 8731 for insurance verification.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
All personal health data and test results are handled 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. Our laboratory is licensed by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA Facility License No. 1143) and adheres to ISO 9001:2015 quality standards. Patient confidentiality and data security are our top priorities.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST for Levofloxacin |
| Price (AED) | 370 |
| Turnaround Time | 21 Working Days |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Cultured Isolate (Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex) |
| Methodology Used | Automated MGIT 960 Fluorescence‑based Broth Microdilution with CLSI M24 Guidelines |
| ICD-10-CM Code | A15.0 (Tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by culture) |
| LOINC Code | 69414-2 (Levofloxacin [Susceptibility] by Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) in Isolate) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License #1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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