CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS PCR QUALITATIVE Test
Test Name: CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS PCR QUALITATIVE Test
Components: Price: 1170.0 AED
Sample Condition: 3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube OR 2 mL (1 mL min.) CSF in a sterile screw capped container. Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE.
Report Delivery: Sample Daily by 11 am; Report Next day
Method: Real Time PCR
Test Type: Infections
Doctor: Physician
Test Department: MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS
Pre Test Information: No special preparation required
Test Details:
The CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS PCR QUALITATIVE test is a diagnostic test used to detect the presence of the CHIKUNGUNYA virus in a patient’s blood sample. PCR (polymerase chain reaction) is a molecular biology technique used to amplify and detect specific DNA or RNA sequences. In the case of the CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS PCR QUALITATIVE test, the test targets and amplifies the viral RNA of the CHIKUNGUNYA virus in the patient’s blood sample. If the virus is present, the test will generate a positive result, indicating an active infection.
This test is highly sensitive and specific, allowing for early and accurate detection of the CHIKUNGUNYA virus. It is commonly used in areas where the virus is endemic or during outbreaks to identify infected individuals and initiate appropriate treatment and control measures.
It is important to note that the CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS PCR QUALITATIVE test is a qualitative test, meaning it only determines the presence or absence of the virus in the sample. It does not provide information about the viral load or the severity of the infection.
Test Name | CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS PCR QUALITATIVE Test |
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Components | |
Price | 1170.0 AED |
Sample Condition | 3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube OR 2 mL (1 mL min.) CSF in a sterile screw capped container. Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE. |
Report Delivery | Sample Daily by 11 am;Report Next day |
Method | Real Time PCR |
Test type | Infections |
Doctor | Physician |
Test Department: | MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS |
Pre Test Information | No special preparation required |
Test Details |
The CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS PCR QUALITATIVE test is a diagnostic test used to detect the presence of the CHIKUNGUNYA virus in a patient’s blood sample. PCR (polymerase chain reaction) is a molecular biology technique used to amplify and detect specific DNA or RNA sequences. In the case of the CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS PCR QUALITATIVE test, the test targets and amplifies the viral RNA of the CHIKUNGUNYA virus in the patient’s blood sample. If the virus is present, the test will generate a positive result, indicating an active infection. This test is highly sensitive and specific, allowing for early and accurate detection of the CHIKUNGUNYA virus. It is commonly used in areas where the virus is endemic or during outbreaks to identify infected individuals and initiate appropriate treatment and control measures. It is important to note that the CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS PCR QUALITATIVE test is a qualitative test, meaning it only determines the presence or absence of the virus in the sample. It does not provide information about the viral load or the severity of the infection. |