Test Price
1,400 AEDโ Home Collection Available
HCV Genotyping 1/2/3/4 RNA Qualitative Test in Dubai | 1400 AED
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- โ Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
- โ Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection available daily 8 AMโ11 PM.
- โ Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation.
- โ Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This qualitative RNA test detects and precisely identifies genotypes 1, 2, 3, or 4 of Hepatitis C virus using real-time PCR and whole genome sequencing. The integrated method ensures definitive genotyping even at low viral loads, guiding optimal direct-acting antiviral therapy.
| Our Gold Standard | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|
| Methodology: Real-Time PCR (qPCR) + Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) | Real-Time PCR only |
| Precision: 99.9% sensitivity, genotype-specific subtyping | May miss mixed genotypes or low viral loads |
| Turnaround: 24 hours phone / 36 hours email, 3rd working day official report | 5โ7 working days |
| UAE Legal Compliance: Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 (PDPL) & Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 (Health IT) | Often lacks explicit regulatory alignment |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
โAs a clinical geneticist, I emphasize that a positive HCV genotype result must be correlated with liver function tests, viral load, and imaging. Genotyping alone is never sufficientโit guides the choice of direct-acting antivirals but requires a comprehensive workup. Patient safety is our highest priority.โ
โ Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA License: 9294403
Medication Advisory
โ ๏ธ Do not discontinue any prescribed medication, especially antiviral therapy, without consulting your supervising physician. Abrupt changes can cause viral flare or drug resistance.
Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
- Exclusion: Inability to provide informed consent; severe coagulopathy or bleeding disorder without hospital-based collection arrangement.
- ER Red Flags: Acute onset of jaundice, confusion (hepatic encephalopathy), severe abdominal pain, coffee-ground vomiting, or high fever. Seek emergency care immediately.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. How accurate is HCV genotyping using this combined PCR and sequencing method?
Our integrated real-time PCR and whole genome sequencing approach delivers 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity, even detecting low-level mixed genotypes, thus providing definitive guidance for antiviral selection.
2. Do I need to fast before this test, and can I take my regular medicines?
No fasting is required. Continue all prescribed medications unless your physician advises otherwise. Inform the phlebotomist if you are taking anticoagulants.
3. What do genotype results mean, and when will I receive the report?
Genotype results (1,2,3,4) determine the most effective direct-acting antiviral regimen. You will receive a preliminary phone result within 24 hours and the official ISO-certified report on the 3rd working day.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE strictly complies with the 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 patient data is encrypted, access-controlled, and processed solely for diagnostic purposes under DHA oversight.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | HCV Genotyping 1/2/3/4 RNA Qualitative Test |
| Price (AED) | 1,400 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 24โ36 hours (phone/email); official report on 3rd working day |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral whole blood (serum/plasma) |
| Methodology Used | Real-Time PCR (qPCR) + Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B18.2 (Chronic viral hepatitis C) |
| LOINC Code | 48663-0 (Hepatitis C virus genotype [Type] in Blood by NAA with probe detection) |
| DHA Facility License & Address | License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE โ DNA Labs UAE |
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