Test Price
900 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Type 1 & 2 PCR Qualitative Test in UAE | 900 AED | DHA Certified
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
This test ensures accurate diagnosis with 99.9% sensitivity using Real‑time PCR (qPCR) technology, certified by DHA. Specimen collection is a hospital‑only procedure; mobile phlebotomy is disabled for safety. Post‑test telephonic clinical guidance and direct insurance verification via WhatsApp are provided.
- ✓ Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 Certified Processing.
- ✓ Logistics: Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- ✓ Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post‑Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation.
- ✓ Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Type 1 & 2 PCR Qualitative Test utilizes advanced Real‑time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) technology to directly detect viral DNA in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), lesion swabs, or tissue biopsies. The method provides high sensitivity and specificity, enabling early diagnosis and treatment decisions.
| Feature | Our HSV PCR Test | Closest Alternative (HSV Culture) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | 99.9% sensitivity, detects low viral loads | 40–70% sensitivity, slow virus growth |
| Method | Real‑time PCR (qPCR), Qualitative | Viral Culture (days to weeks) |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 working days (Sample Mon/Thu → Report Wed/Sat) | 5–7 days or more |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a DHA‑licensed General Practitioner, I emphasize that a positive HSV PCR result must be correlated with clinical presentation—isolated DNA detection may reflect asymptomatic shedding rather than active disease. Negative results do not exclude infection, especially in early encephalitis; repeat testing or CSF/serum antibody assays may be required. This test is a critical tool, but always interpret within the full clinical context.”
— Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner | DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Medication Advisory
Do not discontinue prescribed antiviral therapy or other medications without consulting your doctor. Testing is supplementary to clinical management and should not replace ongoing treatment decisions.
Safety Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria for CSF Collection: Suspected raised intracranial pressure, coagulopathy, or infection at lumbar puncture site.
- Exclusion Criteria for Blood/Swab Collection: None specific; standard infection control applies.
- 🚨 ER Red Flags (Seek Immediate Medical Attention): Sudden severe headache, fever with stiff neck, confusion, seizures, focal neurological deficits, or vesicular rash in immunocompromised patients.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. How accurate is the HSV PCR test compared to traditional culture?
Snippet: Our Real‑time PCR test achieves over 99% diagnostic sensitivity, directly detecting viral DNA within hours rather than waiting for culture growth.
This ensures earlier diagnosis and treatment decisions, crucial in neonatal and neurological cases.
2. What sample types are accepted for the test?
Snippet: We accept CSF, EDTA plasma, blister fluid, ulcer swabs, fresh tissue, or paraffin‑embedded tissue transported refrigerated or frozen.
Proper collection and cold‑chain maintain nucleic acid integrity for reliable results. Note that all collections must occur within an accredited hospital facility.
3. Can I use this to confirm past HSV infection?
Snippet: PCR is designed for active infection detection; past exposure is better evaluated with type‑specific HSV serology (IgG).
If you need latency or past exposure assessment, consult your physician for appropriate serological testing.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE operates under DHA Facility License No. 1143 and complies with all applicable UAE health data protection regulations. Patient information is handled in accordance with:
- Federal Decree‑Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL).
- Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields.
- Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability for patient safety and consent.
All test results are transmitted via secure channels and stored in compliance with DHA data retention policies.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Type 1 & 2 PCR Qualitative Test |
| Price (AED) | 900 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 2–3 business days (Sample Mon/Thu → Report Wed/Sat) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF), lesion swab, or tissue biopsy (Hospital extraction only) |
| Methodology Used | Real‑time PCR (qPCR), Qualitative |
| ICD‑10‑CM Code | B00.9, B00.1, Z11.59 |
| LOINC Code | 94507-5 |
| DHA Facility License & Address | DHA License: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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