Test Price
800 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Histoplasma RNA Detection (Qualitative) – Dubai, UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Accuracy Guarantee:
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) Accredited Processing.
Premium Logistics:
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 Clinical Guidance in result interpretation by DHA-licensed physicians.
Insurance:
Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Histoplasma RNA Detection (Qualitative) Test employs Real-Time PCR (qPCR) to directly identify Histoplasma capsulatum RNA in fresh tissue biopsies, bone marrow, respiratory secretions, or peripheral blood, enabling rapid confirmation of active disseminated or pulmonary histoplasmosis.
| Feature | Our Test (Histoplasma RNA qPCR) | Closest Alternative (Fungal Culture) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | 99.9% Sensitivity (RNA target) | <70% Sensitivity; slow growth |
| Methodology | Real-Time qPCR + confirmatory sequencing | Sabouraud agar, 25°C, 2–6 weeks |
| Turnaround Time | Phone: 36h / Email: 48h | 14–42 days (often inconclusive) |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Dr. Ajay Singh (DHA ID: 36234132)
As a clinician, I value the speed and accuracy of Histoplasma RNA PCR in diagnosing active infections, especially in immunocompromised hosts. However, results must be interpreted alongside imaging and serology to avoid misclassification of colonization versus invasive disease. This test significantly reduces time-to-treatment compared to traditional culture.
Medication Advisory
Do not stop prescribed antifungal or immunosuppressive therapy without consulting your treating physician. Laboratory results are only one component of a complete clinical assessment.
Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
- Home collection is deferred if patient is hemodynamically unstable, has severe coagulopathy (INR >3.0, platelets <20×10⁹/L) without appropriate correction, or lacks informed consent.
- Immediate emergency care is required if you experience acute respiratory distress, altered mental status, septic shock, or disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) signs.
- For minors, Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability mandates documented parental/guardian consent before sample collection.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What specimens are required for Histoplasma RNA detection?
This test requires fresh tissue biopsy, bone marrow aspirate, respiratory secretions, or peripheral blood to ensure adequate RNA integrity and diagnostic sensitivity.
2. How fast will I receive the results?
Results are communicated by phone within 36 hours and a formal email report is delivered within 48 hours of sample receipt.
3. Do I need to fast or stop medications before the test?
No fasting is required; however, you must discuss all current medications (especially antifungals or immunosuppressants) with your doctor before sample collection.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This test is performed under the regulatory framework of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Facility License No. 1143. Patient data is processed in full 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. All clinical procedures adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Histoplasma RNA Detection (Qualitative) – Real-Time PCR |
| Price (AED) | 800 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 48 hours (phone report within 36h) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Fresh tissue biopsy, bone marrow aspirate, respiratory secretions, peripheral blood |
| Methodology Used | Real-Time PCR (qPCR) with confirmatory sequencing |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B39.0, B39.1, B39.2, B39.9 |
| LOINC Code | 42848-4 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No. 1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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