Microbiology tests in Dubai & UAE

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Test and description	Specimen	Typical duration	Price	Options
TEST-2458 Malaria Detection PCR Test This test detects the genetic material (DNA) of Plasmodium species, the parasites that cause malaria, in a whole blood sample.	Peripheral whole blood (EDTA)	6 business days	650.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Plasmodium species DNA"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No fasting or special preparation is required.", "Maintain usual diet and prescribed medications unless instructed otherwise by your doctor."] Indications ["Suspected malaria infection based on symptoms", "Recent travel to malaria-endemic regions", "Screening asymptomatic carriers", "Confirmation of suspected cases when microscopy is negative or equivocal"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 29579-8 ICD-10: B54 Clinical summary This test detects the genetic material (DNA) of Plasmodium species, the parasites that cause malaria, in a whole blood sample.
TEST-750 Malaria Multiplex (P. falciparum, P. vivax, P. ovale & P. malariae) RNA Detection & Differentiation Test This test detects and differentiates the RNA of the four major human malaria species (P. falciparum, P. vivax, P. ovale, P. malariae) using RT-qPCR and WGS.	Whole Blood (Peripheral Venous)	36 Hours (Phone) / 48 Hours (Email)	900.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Plasmodium falciparum RNA", "Plasmodium vivax RNA", "Plasmodium ovale RNA", "Plasmodium malariae RNA"] Parameters [{"name": "Diagnostic Sensitivity", "reference_range": "99.9%"}, {"name": "Limit of Detection", "reference_range": "1–5 parasites/µL"}] Preparation ["No fasting required", "Provide signed consent form", "Provide detailed clinical history (travel, fever pattern, prior antimalarial use)"] Indications ["Suspected malaria infection", "Recent travel to malaria-endemic regions", "Febrile illness with unclear exposure history", "Need for species-specific diagnosis"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 47515-5 ICD-10: B50.9, B51.9, B52.9, B53.0 Clinical summary This test detects and differentiates the RNA of the four major human malaria species (P. falciparum, P. vivax, P. ovale, P. malariae) using RT-qPCR and WGS.
TEST-742 Malaria P. falciparum & P. vivax Multiplex RNA Detection Qualitative Test This test detects the presence of RNA from Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax in a blood sample.	Whole Blood (EDTA) or Dried Blood Spots	36–48 Hours	800.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Plasmodium falciparum RNA", "Plasmodium vivax RNA"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No fasting required", "Continue all medications unless instructed otherwise by your doctor", "Bring Emirates ID or passport", "Provide complete medical and travel history"] Indications ["Suspected malaria infection", "Travel history to malaria-endemic areas", "Fever of unknown origin", "Monitoring treatment response"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 49576-6 ICD-10: B50.9, B51.9 Clinical summary This test detects the presence of RNA from Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax in a blood sample.
TEST-737 Malassezia Species Quantitative Test This test measures the quantity of Malassezia species DNA in a skin sample.	Skin scrapings/swabs	Preliminary phone report within 24 hours; final certified email report within 36 hours	800.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Malassezia species DNA load", "Fungal burden"] Parameters [] Preparation ["Avoid topical antifungals for 48 hours prior", "Sign informed consent", "Provide complete clinical history"] Indications ["Suspected seborrheic dermatitis", "Suspected atopic dermatitis", "Suspected Malassezia folliculitis", "Monitoring treatment response"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 82177-4 ICD-10: B36.0, L21.9 Clinical summary This test measures the quantity of Malassezia species DNA in a skin sample.
TEST-746 Malassezia Species RNA Detection (Qualitative) Test This test qualitatively detects the RNA of pathogenic Malassezia species from skin samples using Real-Time PCR.	Skin Swab or Adhesive Tape Strip	24–36 Hours	650.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Pathogenic Malassezia species RNA", "Viable organism genetic material"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No specific fasting required", "Inform physician of current antifungal or immunosuppressive therapies"] Indications ["Diagnosis of Malassezia-related skin conditions", "Differentiation from other inflammatory dermatoses", "Guiding targeted antifungal therapy"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 95941-6 ICD-10: B36.0, B36.1, B36.8 Clinical summary This test qualitatively detects the RNA of pathogenic Malassezia species from skin samples using Real-Time PCR.
TEST-380 Mastitis Complete Panel (Without β‑lactamase Penicillin‑Resistance Profiling) PCR Test This diagnostic test evaluates breast milk for the presence of DNA from common bacterial pathogens associated with mastitis.	Breast Milk	5–7 business days	1,500.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Presence of bacterial DNA", "Specific pathogen identification"] Parameters [{"name": "S. aureus", "reference_range": "Detected / Not Detected"}, {"name": "Streptococcus agalactiae", "reference_range": "Detected / Not Detected"}, {"name": "E. coli", "reference_range": "Detected / Not Detected"}, {"name": "Klebsiella pneumoniae", "reference_range": "Detected / Not Detected"}, {"name": "Pseudomonas aeruginosa", "reference_range": "Detected / Not Detected"}] Preparation ["Clean nipple and areola with sterile saline before expressing milk.", "Avoid applying creams or ointments before collection."] Indications ["Suspected lactational mastitis", "Suspected non-lactational mastitis", "Need for targeted antibiotic therapy"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 60500-8 ICD-10: N61 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates breast milk for the presence of DNA from common bacterial pathogens associated with mastitis.
TEST-382 Mastitis Complete Panel with β-Lactamase Penicillin-Resistance Profile PCR Test This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of common mastitis-causing bacteria and specific genes conferring penicillin resistance (blaZ, mecA) in breast milk or tissue sample...	Breast Milk or Tissue Swab	5-7 Business Days	2,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Presence of common mastitis pathogens (e.g., Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus species)", "Presence of β-lactamase resistance genes (blaZ, mecA)"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No fasting or special preparation is required."] Indications ["Suspected infectious mastitis", "Need for rapid pathogen identification", "Need for antibiotic resistance profiling", "Differential diagnosis between infectious mastitis and inflammatory breast carcinoma"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 104198-4 ICD-10: N61.2 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of common mastitis-causing bacteria and specific genes conferring penicillin resistance (blaZ, mecA) in breast milk or tissue samples.
TEST-378 Mastitis Partial Panel with β‑Lactamase Penicillin Resistance Profile PCR Test This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of common mastitis-causing bacteria and the β‑lactamase gene associated with penicillin resistance.	Breast milk aspirate or tissue sample	1 week	1,500.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Common mastitis-causing bacteria (e.g., Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp.)", "β‑lactamase gene (penicillin resistance determinant)"] Parameters [] Preparation [] Indications ["Suspected infectious mastitis", "Differentiation from inflammatory breast carcinoma", "Rapid antibiotic stewardship requirements"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 100396-3 ICD-10: N61 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of common mastitis-causing bacteria and the β‑lactamase gene associated with penicillin resistance.
TEST-376 Mastitis vs. Malignancy Differential PCR Panel (Excluding Beta-Lactamase Penicillin-Resistance Profile) Test This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of common mastitis-causing bacterial DNA and specific gene expression markers associated with inflammatory breast cancer.	Hospital Extraction Only	48 hours	1,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Bacterial DNA from common mastitis pathogens", "Gene expression markers linked to inflammatory breast cancer"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No fasting or special preparation required", "Inform the collecting clinician about any current or recent antibiotic therapy"] Indications ["Patients presenting with breast symptoms suggestive of either infection or malignancy", "Need for rapid differential diagnosis to guide treatment"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 103735-6 ICD-10: N61 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of common mastitis-causing bacterial DNA and specific gene expression markers associated with inflammatory breast cancer.
TEST-730 Measles Virus RNA Qualitative Detection (Real‑Time PCR) Test This test detects the presence of measles virus RNA in patient samples.	Serum, Plasma, Urine, CSF, Respiratory Swabs (Oral, Bronchial)	24 – 36 hours	900.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Measles virus RNA"] Parameters [] Preparation [] Indications ["Suspected acute measles infection", "Outbreak investigation", "Diagnosis in immunocompromised patients", "Early phase of illness"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 4488-1 ICD-10: B05.9 Clinical summary This test detects the presence of measles virus RNA in patient samples.
TEST-744 Measles Virus Viral Load Quantitative Test This test detects and quantifies measles virus RNA in patient samples.	Serum, Plasma, CSF, Urine, Oral Swab, Bronchial Swab	Phone: 24 hours; Email: 36 working hours	1,200.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Measles virus RNA", "Viral load (copies/mL)"] Parameters [] Preparation [] Indications ["Suspected measles infection", "Monitoring immunocompromised patients", "Outbreak investigation", "Assessing disease severity"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 58722-5 ICD-10: B05.9, B05.0, B05.1, B05.2, B05.3, B05.4, B05.8 Clinical summary This test detects and quantifies measles virus RNA in patient samples.
TEST-405 Meningoencephalitis (ME) Panel Test This diagnostic test evaluates cerebrospinal fluid for the presence of DNA/RNA from 14 common pathogens causing meningitis and encephalitis.	Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)	Same day (sample received by 1 pm, results by evening)	3,500.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Pathogen DNA/RNA (Viral, Bacterial, Fungal)", "Presence of specific CNS pathogens"] Parameters [] Preparation [] Indications ["Suspected meningitis", "Suspected encephalitis", "Evaluation of CNS infection in critically ill patients", "Need for rapid pathogen identification to guide therapy"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 54111-3 ICD-10: G04.0 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates cerebrospinal fluid for the presence of DNA/RNA from 14 common pathogens causing meningitis and encephalitis.
TEST-408 Meningoencephalitis Advantage Panel Test This diagnostic test evaluates cerebrospinal fluid for the presence of 14 common viral, bacterial, and fungal pathogens associated with meningitis and encephalitis.	Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)	Same Day (if sample received by 1 PM)	2,800.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Presence of 14 specific pathogens (viral, bacterial, fungal)", "Pathogen identification via multiplex PCR"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No specific dietary or fluid preparation is required.", "Inform your physician of any anticoagulant medications you are taking, as these may need to be temporarily adjusted."] Indications ["Suspected meningitis", "Suspected encephalitis", "Central nervous system infection"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 91851-8 ICD-10: G04.90, G03.9, Z20.828 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates cerebrospinal fluid for the presence of 14 common viral, bacterial, and fungal pathogens associated with meningitis and encephalitis.
TEST-719 Metapneumovirus A Viral Load Quantitative Test This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Human Metapneumovirus A viral RNA in respiratory specimens.	Nasopharyngeal swab, sputum, bronchial lavage, lung tissue	Preliminary: 36 hours (phone); Final: 48 hours (email)	1,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Human Metapneumovirus A viral RNA copies/mL"] Parameters [{"name": "hMPV-A Viral Load", "reference_range": null}] Preparation ["Sign the informed consent document", "Bring relevant clinical history", "No fasting required", "Notify staff if you have a bleeding tendency or are on anticoagulants"] Indications ["Staging respiratory infections", "Monitoring antiviral response", "Identifying high-risk patients", "Assessing severity in immunocompromised individuals"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 69142-0 ICD-10: B34.3 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Human Metapneumovirus A viral RNA in respiratory specimens.
TEST-726 Metapneumovirus Viral Load Quantitative Test This test quantifies the amount of human metapneumovirus (hMPV) genetic material in a respiratory sample.	Nasopharyngeal Swab or Sputum	24–36 hours (Urgent phone: 24h; Email: 36h)	1,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) genetic material", "Viral Load (Log₁₀ copies/mL)"] Parameters [{"name": "Viral Load", "reference_range": "Log₁₀ copies/mL"}] Preparation ["No fasting required", "Do not stop prescribed medication without consulting a doctor", "Signed consent form and brief clinical history required"] Indications ["Suspected hMPV infection", "Monitoring antiviral therapy response", "Assessing infection severity", "Differentiating hMPV from other respiratory pathogens"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 82159-6 ICD-10: J12.3 Clinical summary This test quantifies the amount of human metapneumovirus (hMPV) genetic material in a respiratory sample.

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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 doctor’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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