Test Price
950 AEDโ Home Collection Available
Enterovirus Qualitative PCR Test in UAE โ 950 AED โ Accurate Molecular Detection
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing.
- Clinical Logistics: Hospital extraction only โ sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic post-test clinical guidance for result interpretation.
- Insurance: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp: +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
Our Enterovirus Qualitative PCR Test employs Real-Time PCR (qPCR) methodology to detect enteroviral RNA in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or whole blood with high sensitivity. This test is essential for diagnosing enteroviral meningitis, encephalitis, and systemic infections, enabling early, targeted clinical intervention.
| Feature | Our Test (Enterovirus Qualitative PCR) | Closest Alternative (Standard PCR / Culture) |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Real-Time qPCR | Conventional PCR / Viral Culture (lower sensitivity) |
| Sensitivity | >99.9% analytical sensitivity | ~85โ90%; risk of false negatives |
| Turnaround Time | Sample Mon/Thu by 11 AM โ Report Wed/Sat | 5โ7 days (culture) |
| Specimen Types | Whole Blood (EDTA) or CSF (sterile container) | Often CSF only |
| Regulatory Compliance | DHA, UAE PDPL, Health Data Frameworks | Varies |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
โA negative enterovirus PCR does not exclude all viral meningitis; clinical correlation including CSF cell count, glucose, and protein is essential. This testโs high sensitivity helps rule out enteroviral etiology early, guiding timely cessation of unnecessary antibiotics. Always interpret the result in the context of the patientโs neurological examination and epidemiologic risk factors.โ
โ Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Safety & Advisory Information
Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue prescribed antiviral or supportive medications without consulting your treating physician. This test aids diagnosis; it does not replace clinical judgment.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Sample Rejection: Frozen, hemolyzed, clotted, or improperly collected specimens will be rejected. Ensure cold-chain transport (2โ8ยฐC) for CSF/blood; do not freeze.
- ER Red Flags: If patient exhibits acute flaccid paralysis, severe photophobia, neck stiffness, altered consciousness, or seizures, seek emergency care immediately regardless of PCR result.
- Minors: In compliance with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability, pediatric collection requires guardian consent and a specialized phlebotomist.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the enterovirus qualitative PCR test and why might my doctor order it?
The test detects enterovirus RNA in blood or cerebrospinal fluid, providing a highly sensitive diagnosis within 3โ4 business days. It is ordered when meningitis, encephalitis, or systemic enteroviral infection is suspected.
2. How should I prepare for sample collection and what sample types are required?
No special preparation is needed. Sample collection requires a sterile lumbar puncture for CSF or a standard venipuncture (3 ml whole blood, lavender EDTA tube) performed at the hospital by a trained professional.
3. Can I have the sample collected at home, and will my insurance cover the cost?
Home collection is not available for this test due to the invasive nature of CSF sampling. Hospital extraction only. Insurance pre-approval can be verified via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Licensed & Certified: DHA Facility License No. 1143 | ISO 9001:2015 (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). All testing adheres 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. Clinical safety follows Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Enterovirus Qualitative PCR |
| Price (AED) | 950 |
| Turnaround Time | Sample Mon/Thu by 11 AM โ Report Wed/Sat |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (EDTA) or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) |
| Methodology Used | Real-Time PCR (qPCR) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B34.1 (Enterovirus infection, unspecified) |
| LOINC Code | 29506-9 (Enterovirus RNA [Presence] in Blood by NAA with probe detection) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No. 1143 โ Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE โ DNA Labs UAE |
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