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Bacterial Load tests in Dubai & UAE

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Test and description	Specimen	Typical duration	Price	Options
TEST-906 E. coli O157:H7 Bacterial Load Test This diagnostic test evaluates the presence and quantity of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 bacteria.	Stool, food, environmental samples	36–48 hours	900.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 DNA", "Bacterial Load"] Parameters [{"name": "E. coli O157:H7 Bacterial Load", "reference_range": null}] Preparation ["Collect fresh stool specimen in provided sterile container", "Avoid contamination", "Refrigerate sample if not delivered within two hours", "Follow specific kit instructions for food/water samples"] Indications ["Suspected E. coli O157:H7 infection", "Outbreak investigation", "Food safety testing", "Environmental sample testing"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 20881-5 ICD-10: A04.3 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates the presence and quantity of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 bacteria.
TEST-903 Enterococcus faecalis Bacterial Load Test This diagnostic test evaluates the quantitative load of Enterococcus faecalis DNA in a stool sample.	Stool / Feces	36–48 hours	1,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Enterococcus faecalis DNA quantity", "Gut microbial ecology"] Parameters [] Preparation ["Avoid antibiotics and probiotic supplements for at least 48 hours before specimen collection", "Provide a fresh stool sample using the sterile collection kit provided", "Store the sample in a cool environment"] Indications ["Diagnosing dysbiosis", "Investigating recurrent urinary tract infections", "Guiding targeted probiotic or antibiotic strategies"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 82168-5 ICD-10: B95.2 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates the quantitative load of Enterococcus faecalis DNA in a stool sample.
TEST-780 Klebsiella pneumoniae Bacterial Load Test This test quantifies the amount of Klebsiella pneumoniae DNA present in a sample, providing insights into infection load and potential antibiotic resistance.	Oral or rectal swab	Results by 3rd working day (phone 24 hrs)	1,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Klebsiella pneumoniae DNA", "Antimicrobial resistance gene profiles"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No specific fasting required", "Inform physician of recent antibiotic use (within 72 hours)"] Indications ["Diagnosis of Klebsiella pneumoniae infection", "Monitoring antibiotic treatment efficacy", "Screening in high-risk patients"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 69395-9 ICD-10: B96.2 Clinical summary This test quantifies the amount of Klebsiella pneumoniae DNA present in a sample, providing insights into infection load and potential antibiotic resistance.
TEST-773 Listeria monocytogenes Bacterial Load Test This test quantifies the bacterial load of Listeria monocytogenes in a clinical sample using Real-Time PCR.	Whole blood, serum, CSF, amniotic fluid, synovial fluid, rectal swab	24 hours (phone result) / 36 hours (email report)	900.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Listeria monocytogenes DNA", "Bacterial load (copies/mL)"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No fasting required", "Signed consent form needed"] Indications ["Suspected listeriosis", "Monitoring antimicrobial therapy", "Screening high-risk populations (pregnant women, immunocompromised, neonates)"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 60509-9 ICD-10: A32.9 Clinical summary This test quantifies the bacterial load of Listeria monocytogenes in a clinical sample using Real-Time PCR.
TEST-703 Mycoplasma genitalium Bacterial Load Test This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Mycoplasma genitalium DNA in a patient sample.	First-void urine or endocervical/vaginal swab	36 hours (phone) / 48 hours (email)	1,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Mycoplasma genitalium DNA copies per millilitre", "Antibiotic resistance markers (macrolide & quinolone)"] Parameters [{"name": "Mycoplasma genitalium DNA Load", "reference_range": null}, {"name": "Macrolide Resistance Markers", "reference_range": "Detected / Not Detected"}, {"name": "Quinolone Resistance Markers", "reference_range": "Detected / Not Detected"}] Preparation ["Avoid sexual intercourse for 24 hours prior", "Do not collect sample during heavy menstrual flow", "Signed informed consent and clinical history summary required"] Indications ["Diagnosis of Mycoplasma genitalium infection", "Monitoring treatment response", "Guiding antibiotic therapy", "Detecting antibiotic resistance"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 94389-9 ICD-10: A59.8 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Mycoplasma genitalium DNA in a patient sample.
TEST-711 Mycoplasma Species Bacterial Load Test This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Mycoplasma DNA present in a clinical specimen.	Throat swab, sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), or peripheral whole blood	24 hours by phone / 36 hours by email	950.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Mycoplasma DNA load", "Quantitative bacterial burden"] Parameters [{"name": "Mycoplasma DNA Load", "reference_range": "< 10 copies/mL"}] Preparation ["No specific fasting required", "Inform phlebotomist of any anticoagulant therapy"] Indications ["Suspected Mycoplasma infection", "Monitoring antibiotic therapy response", "Antimicrobial resistance surveillance", "Diagnosis in cases with atypical presentation"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 4995-7 ICD-10: A49.3 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Mycoplasma DNA present in a clinical specimen.
TEST-695 N. Meningitis Bacterial Load Test This test quantifies Neisseria meningitidis DNA in biological samples to differentiate colonization from invasive disease and monitor treatment.	CSF, Blood, Nasopharyngeal swab	Phone notification within 24 h; final report 3rd working day	1,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Neisseria meningitidis DNA", "Antimicrobial resistance genes (penA, rpoB, gyrA)", "Serogroup identification"] Parameters [{"name": "Bacterial Load", "reference_range": ">10³ copies/mL indicates acute invasive disease"}, {"name": "Diagnostic Sensitivity", "reference_range": "99.9% (analytical sensitivity ≤5 copies/reaction)"}, {"name": "Antimicrobial Resistance", "reference_range": "Detected via WGS (penA, rpoB, gyrA mutations)"}] Preparation ["Disclose all anticoagulant medications", "No special fasting required"] Indications ["Suspected invasive meningococcal disease", "Monitoring therapeutic response", "Public health surveillance", "Distinguishing colonization from invasive disease"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 92431-6 ICD-10: A39.0 Clinical summary This test quantifies Neisseria meningitidis DNA in biological samples to differentiate colonization from invasive disease and monitor treatment.
TEST-683 Pan-Enteric Bacterial Load Test This diagnostic test evaluates the total and specific bacterial pathogens present in gastrointestinal specimens.	Whole Blood, Rectal Swabs, Food Samples, Environmental Water	24 hours (Phone) / 3rd Working Day (Email)	900.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Total bacterial load", "Specific bacterial pathogens", "Virulence genes"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No fasting required", "Avoid antibiotics and probiotic supplements for 48 hours before sample collection"] Indications ["Differentiating bacterial from viral enteritis", "Guiding targeted therapy", "Identifying bacterial overgrowth"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 92719-1 ICD-10: A09 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates the total and specific bacterial pathogens present in gastrointestinal specimens.
TEST-666 Proteus Vulgaris Bacterial Load Test This test quantifies the bacterial load of Proteus vulgaris in urine or stool samples.	Urine (Clean-Catch Midstream) or Stool	36 Hours (Phone) / 48 Hours (Email)	800.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Proteus vulgaris bacterial DNA", "Antibiotic resistance genes (ESBL, carbapenemase markers)"] Parameters [{"name": "Proteus vulgaris Bacterial Load", "reference_range": "Reported as CFU/mL"}, {"name": "Antibiotic Resistance Genes", "reference_range": "Reported (ESBL, carbapenemase markers)"}] Preparation ["Avoid non-essential antibiotics for 48 hours before collection (consult physician).", "Collect a clean-catch midstream urine sample.", "Collect stool directly into a dry, sterile container.", "Fasting is not required."] Indications ["Diagnosis of Proteus vulgaris infection", "Monitoring treatment response", "Antibiotic stewardship", "Detection of antibiotic resistance"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 69943-5 ICD-10: B96.4, N39.0 Clinical summary This test quantifies the bacterial load of Proteus vulgaris in urine or stool samples.
TEST-662 Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Bacterial Load Test This test quantifies the amount of Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria present in a clinical sample.	Sputum or Throat Swab	36 hours (phone) / 48 hours (email)	800.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Pseudomonas aeruginosa DNA", "Bacterial Load"] Parameters [] Preparation ["Rinse mouth with water only (no mouthwash)", "Avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes before collection", "Cough deeply to produce a sample from the lungs"] Indications ["Monitoring chronic respiratory infections", "Guiding antimicrobial therapy", "Detecting early recurrence of infection", "Managing cystic fibrosis"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 33741-9 ICD-10: B96.5 Clinical summary This test quantifies the amount of Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria present in a clinical sample.
TEST-624 Shigella dysenteriae Bacterial Load Test This test quantifies the DNA of Shigella dysenteriae, providing a precise bacterial load measurement.	Stool, Whole Blood, Rectal Swab, Food, Water	24–36 Hours	800.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Shigella dysenteriae DNA", "Bacterial Load"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No fasting required", "Continue prescribed medications unless advised otherwise"] Indications ["Suspected Shigellosis", "Monitoring treatment efficacy", "Outbreak investigation", "Confirming microbiological cure"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 82171-0 ICD-10: A03.0 Clinical summary This test quantifies the DNA of Shigella dysenteriae, providing a precise bacterial load measurement.
TEST-619 Streptococcus mutans Bacterial Load Test This diagnostic test evaluates the quantitative load of Streptococcus mutans bacteria in saliva and dental plaque.	Saliva and dental plaque	48 hours (email) / 36 hours (phone)	1,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Streptococcus mutans bacterial load", "Virulence gene profile", "Antimicrobial sensitivity markers"] Parameters [] Preparation ["Avoid eating, drinking, smoking, and oral hygiene (brushing, mouthwash) for at least one hour before sample collection.", "Inform the collection specialist of any anticoagulant therapy or bleeding tendency."] Indications ["Caries risk assessment", "Oral dysbiosis evaluation", "Monitoring response to oral hygiene interventions"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 90432-4 ICD-10: Z13.84 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates the quantitative load of Streptococcus mutans bacteria in saliva and dental plaque.
TEST-613 Streptococcus pneumoniae Bacterial Load Test This test quantifies the amount of Streptococcus pneumoniae DNA present in CSF, bronchial swabs, or BAL fluid.	Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF), Bronchial Swab, or Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)	24 hours (phone) / 36 hours (email)	1,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Streptococcus pneumoniae DNA", "Bacterial Load"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No fasting or special preparation is required"] Indications ["Suspected invasive pneumococcal disease", "Pneumonia", "Meningitis", "Sepsis", "Guiding antibiotic duration", "Antimicrobial stewardship"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 35757-5 ICD-10: B95.3 Clinical summary This test quantifies the amount of Streptococcus pneumoniae DNA present in CSF, bronchial swabs, or BAL fluid.

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Bacterial Load: overview

Successfully managing chronic bacterial infections, or tracking the exact severity of a urinary tract or respiratory infection, requires rigorous, highly precise ongoing molecular oversight. As a highly focused diagnostic tool in our Microbiology services, Bacterial Load testing utilizes advanced quantitative PCR (qPCR) or precise colony counting techniques to accurately measure the exact volume of bacteria present in your clinical sample. This crucial longitudinal profiling provides a definitive, high-resolution snapshot of infection severity and treatment efficacy, safely guiding your healthcare provider in adjusting antibiotic dosages, assessing bacterial clearance, and preventing irreversible systemic damage. Trusted for specialized clinical management across top diagnostic labs in the UAE, DNA Labs guarantees strict patient confidentiality, exceptional diagnostic precision, and remarkably fast turnaround times. Empower your long-term health management—book your bacterial load testing in UAE, arrange a secure clinical sample collection, or reach out to our dedicated medical professionals today.

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