Test Price
1,300 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Shrimp TSV, YHV & IMNV RNA Virus Multiplex Detection and Differentiation (Qualitative RNA PCR) Test in UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Executive Summary
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO‑certified multiplex RT‑qPCR with confirmatory Whole Genome Sequencing.
- Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature‑Controlled Cold‑Chain Home Collection for whole blood; clinical collection required for tissue or skin lesion biopsies (Available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance: Complimentary telephonic post‑test interpretation by a DHA‑licensed clinical team.
- Insurance: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731 before sample collection.
Test Overview & Methodology
This qualitative multiplex real‑time PCR panel simultaneously detects and differentiates three pandemic‑scale shrimp RNA viruses — Taura Syndrome Virus (TSV), Yellow Head Virus (YHV), and Infectious Myonecrosis Virus (IMNV) — in whole blood, tissue, or skin lesions. The assay is ordered when a patient presents with acute febrile illness following exposure to shrimp farming environments, enabling rapid molecular confirmation for epidemiological tracing and clinical management.
| Parameter | DNA Labs UAE | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Precision / Method | Multiplex RT‑qPCR + whole‑genome sequencing confirmation (99.9% sensitivity) | Single‑plex conventional PCR with lower analytical sensitivity |
| Turnaround Time | 4th working day by email; phone result in 36 hours | 5 – 7 days |
| Regulatory Compliance | ISO 9001:2015, DHA/MOHAP Standard Nomenclature, UAE PDPL | May lack full UAE lab‑specific accreditation |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a clinician, I remind patients that a positive result for shrimp RNA viruses requires careful correlation with clinical presentation, travel and occupational history, and additional laboratory markers. This test alone does not define the entire clinical picture but provides a critical piece of the diagnostic puzzle. Always discuss your result with the ordering physician to integrate it into a safe and effective care plan.”
— Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner | DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Therapeutic Advisory
Medication Caution
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication or alter your treatment plan based on this test alone without consulting your doctor.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Indicators
- Exclusion criteria: Active bleeding disorder, severe anaemia (Hb <7 g/dL), haemodynamic instability, or known allergy to antiseptics or plasters used during collection.
- Seek emergency care immediately if: You develop sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, loss of consciousness, or uncontrolled bleeding at the puncture site after sample collection.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does a positive result for shrimp TSV, YHV, or IMNV mean for my health?
A positive PCR result indicates detectable viral RNA of at least one of these shrimp‑associated viruses in your sample, which may be linked to a zoonotic exposure and requires urgent infectious disease evaluation by your physician.
2. How should I prepare for the home blood collection?
No fasting is required, but you must bring a signed consent document and a copy of your clinical history. Our mobile phlebotomist will verify your identity and follow cold‑chain protocols immediately after collection.
3. Will my insurance cover this multiplex shrimp virus PCR test?
Most UAE insurers cover diagnostic PCR panels when medically indicated. Our support team verifies your coverage via WhatsApp within 30 minutes before your appointment.
4. How soon can I receive my results after sample collection?
Preliminary results are available by phone within 36 hours, and the complete verified report is sent to your email by the fourth working day.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Data Protection & Health Information Governance
All personal data processed during this test is governed by 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 and patient consent protocols adhere to Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. DNA Labs UAE holds ISO 9001:2015 certification (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139) and operates under DHA Facility License No. 1143.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Shrimp TSV, YHV & IMNV RNA Virus Multiplex Detection and Differentiation (Qualitative RNA PCR) |
| Price (AED) | 1,300 |
| Turnaround Time | 4th working day by email; phone result in 36 hours |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole blood, tissue, or skin lesions |
| Methodology Used | Multiplex RT‑qPCR with Whole Genome Sequencing confirmation |
| ICD‑10‑CM Code | Z20.828 |
| LOINC Code | 98502-0 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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