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Microbiology tests in Dubai & UAE

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Microbiology diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description Specimen Typical duration Price Options
TEST-868
Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) RNA Qualitative PCR Test

This test detects the presence of active Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) genetic material in a patient sample.

Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma, Stool 3rd Working Day (email within 36 hours, phone within 24 hours) 750.00 AED
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What it measures
["HEV RNA presence", "HEV Genotypes 1-4"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Inform phlebotomist of anticoagulant or immunosuppressive medications"]
Indications
["Suspected acute hepatitis E", "Differentiation from other viral hepatitides", "Monitoring in immunocompromised patients", "Diagnosis in pregnant women with symptoms"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 48718-9 ICD-10: B17.2
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of active Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) genetic material in a patient sample.
TEST-863
HHV-7 Viral Load Quantitative Test

This test quantifies the amount of Human Herpesvirus 7 (HHV-7) DNA present in a sample.

Saliva, Skin Biopsy, Tissue, Plasma Phone: 24 h, Email: 36 h (3rd working day) 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["Human Herpesvirus 7 (HHV-7) DNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Bring signed consent form", "Complete medical history"]
Indications
["Diagnosing active HHV-7 infection", "Monitoring antiviral response", "Managing immunocompromised patients", "Guiding antiviral strategies"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 90594-4 ICD-10: B10.89
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of Human Herpesvirus 7 (HHV-7) DNA present in a sample.
TEST-858
HHVโ€‘6 Viral Load Quantitative Test

This test quantifies the amount of Human Herpesvirus 6 DNA in a sample.

Whole blood, plasma, or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) 24-hour phone result; 3 working days by email 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["HHV-6 DNA copies/mL", "Viral load"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Viral load monitoring", "Transplant rejection risk assessment", "Encephalitis workup", "Monitoring immunocompromised patients"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 44058-5 ICD-10: B10.81
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of Human Herpesvirus 6 DNA in a sample.
TEST-806
Histoplasma Quantitative Test

This test quantifies the amount of Histoplasma capsulatum DNA in a sample to diagnose and monitor histoplasmosis.

Tissue biopsy, respiratory secretions, or blood 36โ€“48 hours 1,200.00 AED
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What it measures
["Histoplasma capsulatum DNA load", "Fungal DNA copies per milliliter"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Histoplasma capsulatum DNA Load", "reference_range": "โ‰ค 5 copies/reaction; digital-PCR converted IU/mL"}]
Preparation
["No specific patient preparation required", "Sample collection must be performed in a hospital setting"]
Indications
["Diagnosis of histoplasmosis", "Staging of histoplasmosis", "Monitoring response to antifungal therapy", "Evaluation in immunocompromised patients with suspected fungal infection"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 94712-2 ICD-10: B39.9
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of Histoplasma capsulatum DNA in a sample to diagnose and monitor histoplasmosis.
TEST-807
Histoplasma RNA Detection (Qualitative) Test

This test detects the presence of Histoplasma capsulatum RNA, indicating an active infection.

Fresh tissue biopsy, bone marrow aspirate, respiratory secretions, peripheral blood 36 hours (phone report) / 48 hours (email report) 800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Histoplasma capsulatum RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Discuss all current medications with your doctor before sample collection"]
Indications
["Suspected histoplasmosis", "Diagnosis of active disseminated or pulmonary histoplasmosis", "Evaluation in immunocompromised patients"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 42848-4 ICD-10: B39.0, B39.1, B39.2, B39.9
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of Histoplasma capsulatum RNA, indicating an active infection.
TEST-1670
HPV, Chlamydia Trachomatis & Neisseria Gonorrhoeae PCR Panel, Qualitative Test

This qualitative PCR panel detects the presence or absence of DNA from Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and high-risk HPV types in a cervical sample.

Cervical swab (endocervical) 10โ€“12 working days 650.00 AED
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What it measures
["Chlamydia trachomatis DNA", "Neisseria gonorrhoeae DNA", "High-risk HPV DNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Avoid douching, vaginal creams, or intercourse for 24 hours before collection"]
Indications
["Screening for sexually transmitted infections", "Diagnosis of suspected Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, or HPV infection", "Evaluation of symptoms related to reproductive tract infections"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 71431-1 ICD-10: B97.7, A56.0, A54.0
Clinical summary
This qualitative PCR panel detects the presence or absence of DNA from Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and high-risk HPV types in a cervical sample.
TEST-869
HSV-1 & HSV-2 Viral Load Quantitative Test

This test quantifies the amount of Herpes Simplex Virus DNA (HSV-1 and HSV-2) in a blood sample.

EDTA Plasma, Serum 24 hours (phone) / 36 hours (email) 900.00 AED
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What it measures
["HSV-1 DNA", "HSV-2 DNA", "Viral Load (IU/mL)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "HSV-1 Viral Load", "reference_range": "Reported in IU/mL"}, {"name": "HSV-2 Viral Load", "reference_range": "Reported in IU/mL"}]
Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Inform lab of current antiviral medications"]
Indications
["Monitoring antiviral therapy response", "Assessing transmission risk", "Diagnosing active infection", "Evaluating drug resistance"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 47295-1 ICD-10: B00.9
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of Herpes Simplex Virus DNA (HSV-1 and HSV-2) in a blood sample.
TEST-994
Human Bocavirus (HBoV) Viral Load Quantitative Test

This test quantifies Human Bocavirus (HBoV) DNA in respiratory specimens using real-time PCR.

Nasopharyngeal swab, sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage, cerebrospinal fluid 36 hours by phone / 48 hours by email 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["Human Bocavirus (HBoV) DNA copies per mL"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Monitoring viral load in HBoV infection", "Assessing treatment efficacy", "Guiding antiviral therapy", "Evaluating disease progression"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 88146-5 ICD-10: B34.8
Clinical summary
This test quantifies Human Bocavirus (HBoV) DNA in respiratory specimens using real-time PCR.
TEST-1674
Human Herpes Virus 7 (HHVโ€‘7) Qualitative PCR Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the presence of Human Herpes Virus 7 (HHVโ€‘7) DNA in patient samples.

Whole blood (2 mL, refrigerated) or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF โ€“ hospital extraction only) 2โ€“4 working days (Mon/Thu collection) 650.00 AED
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What it measures
["HHVโ€‘7 DNA presence"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Inform phlebotomist of blood-thinning or immunosuppressive medications"]
Indications
["Diagnosis of exanthema subitum (roseola infantum)", "Diagnosis of pityriasis rosea", "Viral monitoring in immunocompromised patients"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 34518-1 ICD-10: B26.9
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the presence of Human Herpes Virus 7 (HHVโ€‘7) DNA in patient samples.
TEST-1699
Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) Qualitative PCR Test

This test detects the presence or absence of Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) DNA in blood or cerebrospinal fluid.

Whole Blood (EDTA) or CSF 10 Business Days 650.00 AED
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What it measures
["Presence of HHV-6 DNA"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Analytical Sensitivity", "reference_range": "Down to 50 copies/mL"}]
Preparation
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Indications
["Diagnosing primary HHV-6 infection", "Detecting HHV-6 reactivation", "Evaluating neurological conditions like encephalitis in immunocompromised patients", "Monitoring post-transplant patients"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 29304-4 ICD-10: B10.81, B10.89
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence or absence of Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) DNA in blood or cerebrospinal fluid.
TEST-729
Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) A & B RNA Detection Qualitative Test

This test detects the presence of Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) RNA in a respiratory sample and differentiates between subtypes A and B.

Respiratory Specimen (Nasopharyngeal Swab, Bronchoalveolar Lavage, or Tracheal Aspirate) Preliminary phone alert within 36 hours; official detailed email report within 48 hours. 1,100.00 AED
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What it measures
["Presence of hMPV RNA", "hMPV Subtype A", "hMPV Subtype B"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Suspected hMPV infection", "Differential diagnosis of respiratory illness", "Management of immunocompromised patients", "Epidemiological surveillance"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 82177-7 ICD-10: B97.81
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) RNA in a respiratory sample and differentiates between subtypes A and B.
TEST-715
Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) B Viral Load Quantitative Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) type B genetic material present in a respiratory sample.

Respiratory specimen (nasopharyngeal swab or sputum) 4th working day (email); 36-hour phone alert 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["hMPV subtype B genetic material", "Viral replication"]
Parameters
[{"name": "hMPV B Viral Load", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["No fasting required", "Sign consent form", "Provide full clinical history"]
Indications
["Suspected hMPV B infection", "Assessment of infection severity", "Monitoring treatment response"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 94009-2 ICD-10: B97.81
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) type B genetic material present in a respiratory sample.
TEST-733
Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) RNA Qualitative Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the presence of Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) genetic material in respiratory specimens.

Nasopharyngeal swab, sputum, bronchial swab, bronchial lavage, lung tissue 24 hours (phone) / 36 hours (email) 700.00 AED
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What it measures
["hMPV RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Sign the informed consent document", "Provide relevant clinical history", "Avoid topical nasal decongestants or antibiotic/antiviral creams for 24 hours prior to sample collection unless medically necessary", "Fasting is not required"]
Indications
["Suspected hMPV infection", "Diagnosis of acute respiratory infection", "Differentiation of viral vs. bacterial causes", "Epidemiological investigation"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 77632-0 ICD-10: J12.3, B97.89, J20.8
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the presence of Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) genetic material in respiratory specimens.
TEST-725
Human Metapneumovirus A RNA Detection (Qualitative) Test

This test detects the presence of Human Metapneumovirus A RNA in respiratory specimens using a qualitative real-time PCR assay.

Nasopharyngeal Swab, Sputum, Bronchoalveolar Lavage Phone result in 36 hours; formal report in 4 working days 850.00 AED
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What it measures
["Human Metapneumovirus A RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Suspected hMPV A infection", "Differentiation from other respiratory viruses", "Outbreak management"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 92150-1 ICD-10: J12.3, B97.81, J20.6
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of Human Metapneumovirus A RNA in respiratory specimens using a qualitative real-time PCR assay.
TEST-1680
Human Parechovirus Qualitative PCR Test

This test detects the presence of Human Parechovirus RNA in blood or CSF.

Whole blood (EDTA) or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) 2โ€“3 days (samples accepted Mon/Thu by 11 am; results Wed/Sat) 650.00 AED
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What it measures
["Human Parechovirus RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting or special preparation is required", "Inform clinician about recent transfusions or immunoglobulin therapy"]
Indications
["Suspected parechovirus infection", "Neonatal sepsis or meningitis", "Immunocompromised patients with viral symptoms"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 44141-4 ICD-10: B34.8, B97.12
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of Human Parechovirus RNA in blood or CSF.

Category overview

Microbiology: overview

Uncovering the hidden causes of illness is the essential first step toward targeted treatment and restoring your peace of mind. The Microbiology division at DNA Labs UAE employs advanced automated culturing and antimicrobial susceptibility technologies to identify specific microscopic pathogens accurately. By pinpointing the exact bacteria or fungi involved, our comprehensive microbiology testing in the UAE serves as a vital guide for your doctorโ€™s clinical decision-making. Operating as a premier diagnostic lab in Dubai/UAE, we guarantee the highest standards of data security and strict confidentiality, delivering fast, highly accurate results you can rely on. Take the guesswork out of your recovery. Browse our microbiology diagnostic tests, schedule a convenient home collection, or speak with our laboratory experts today.

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