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Microbiology tests in Dubai & UAE

Compare available Microbiology tests, their listed prices and the information provided for each option. Test selection and preparation should be discussed with your clinician.

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490.00–5,500.00 AED

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Microbiology diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description Specimen Typical duration Price Options
TEST-630
RSV A (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test

This test detects the presence or absence of RSV-A RNA in respiratory samples.

Nasopharyngeal Swab or Sputum 36–48 hours 700.00 AED
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What it measures
["RSV-A RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "No dietary restrictions", "No medication adjustments needed"]
Indications
["Suspected RSV-A infection", "Differentiation from other respiratory pathogens", "Guiding antiviral therapy"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 62462-0 ICD-10: B97.4
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence or absence of RSV-A RNA in respiratory samples.
TEST-643
RSV A Viral Load Quantitative Test

This test quantifies the amount of Respiratory Syncytial Virus type A RNA in a respiratory sample.

Nasopharyngeal swab, sputum, bronchoalveolar lavage, lung tissue 48 hours (email report) / 36 hours (phone notification) 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["RSV type A RNA copies per millilitre"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No special preparation such as fasting is required"]
Indications
["Quantitative monitoring of RSV type A viral replication", "Treatment guidance", "Infection severity assessment in high-risk patients", "Monitoring antiviral treatment response"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 78979-7 ICD-10: B97.4, J12.1, J20.5, J21.0
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of Respiratory Syncytial Virus type A RNA in a respiratory sample.
TEST-647
RSV A, RSV B Viral Load Quantitative Test

This test quantifies the amount of RSV A and RSV B viral RNA present in a respiratory sample.

Nasopharyngeal Swab / Respiratory Specimen 36 – 48 Hours 1,400.00 AED
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What it measures
["RSV A viral RNA", "RSV B viral RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Avoid using nasal sprays or decongestants for at least two hours before collection.", "Inform phlebotomist if on anticoagulation therapy or have a bleeding disorder."]
Indications
["Diagnosis of RSV infection", "Monitoring antiviral therapy", "Outbreak investigation", "Risk stratification in high-risk patients"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 79382-9 ICD-10: B97.4
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of RSV A and RSV B viral RNA present in a respiratory sample.
TEST-635
RSV A/B & Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) A/B Multiplex RNA Detection & Differentiation (Qualitative) Test

This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence and type of RNA from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) types A/B and Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) types A/B.

Nasopharyngeal swab or sputum in viral transport medium 36 hours (phone report) / 48 hours (e-mail report) 1,400.00 AED
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What it measures
["RSV A RNA", "RSV B RNA", "hMPV A RNA", "hMPV B RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Infants with respiratory symptoms", "Elderly patients with respiratory symptoms", "Immunocompromised individuals with respiratory symptoms", "Adults with acute respiratory symptoms"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 94750-6 ICD-10: B97.4, B97.81
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence and type of RNA from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) types A/B and Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) types A/B.
TEST-626
RSV B (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test

This test detects the presence of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Type B RNA in a sample.

Nasopharyngeal Swab (Viral Transport Medium) 36 hours (phone) / 48 hours (email) 700.00 AED
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What it measures
["RSV B RNA presence"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting or special preparation is required."]
Indications
["Suspected RSV B infection", "Differentiation from RSV A", "Management of respiratory infections in vulnerable populations"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 76081-6 ICD-10: B97.4
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Type B RNA in a sample.
TEST-1142
Rubella Qualitative PCR Test

This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of rubella virus RNA in clinical specimens.

Peripheral blood, plasma, serum, amniotic fluid, cord blood, or umbilical cord 2–3 days 650.00 AED
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What it measures
["Rubella virus RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Inform phlebotomist of latex or antiseptic allergies"]
Indications
["Pregnancy screening", "Travel clearance", "Genetic counselling", "Diagnosis of acute rubella infection", "Diagnosis of congenital rubella infection"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 59074-8 ICD-10: B06.9
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of rubella virus RNA in clinical specimens.
TEST-653
Rubella RNA Detection Qualitative Test

This test detects the genetic material (RNA) of the rubella virus, confirming an active infection.

Blood, Urine, Respiratory Swab, or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) 24–36 hours (phone result); 3 working days (formal report) 750.00 AED
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What it measures
["Rubella virus RNA", "Presence of active viral infection"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Inform the lab about recent vaccinations"]
Indications
["Suspected acute rubella infection", "Exposure during pregnancy", "Confirmation of diagnosis in symptomatic patients", "Epidemiological surveillance"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 31518-9 ICD-10: B06.9, Z11.59, O35.3
Clinical summary
This test detects the genetic material (RNA) of the rubella virus, confirming an active infection.
TEST-608
S. pneumoniae, H. influenzae, C. pneumoniae, N. meningitidis Multiplex RNA Detection (Qualitative) Test

This test detects the presence of RNA from Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Chlamydia pneumoniae, and Neisseria meningitidis.

CSF, Bronchial Lavage, Nasopharyngeal swab, Blood 24 hours (preliminary result); 3 working days (certified report) 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["RNA detection", "Pathogen identification"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Suspected bacterial pneumonia", "Suspected bacterial meningitis", "Suspected bacterial sepsis", "Negative culture results despite clinical suspicion"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 95406-3 ICD-10: J13, J14, J16.0, A39.0
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of RNA from Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Chlamydia pneumoniae, and Neisseria meningitidis.
TEST-614
Salmonella Typhi (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test

This test detects the presence of viable Salmonella Typhi bacteria by identifying their RNA.

Whole blood (PAXgene or EDTA), rectal swab 24 hours (phone) / 36 hours (email report) 600.00 AED
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What it measures
["Salmonella Typhi messenger RNA (mRNA)", "Presence of viable bacteria"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Analytical Sensitivity", "reference_range": "< 10 CFU/mL equivalent"}]
Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Inform phlebotomist about current antibiotic use"]
Indications
["Suspected acute typhoid fever", "Febrile illness in patients with travel history to endemic regions", "Evaluation of potential foodborne or waterborne outbreaks", "Confirmation of infection in patients with compatible symptoms"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 92894-1 ICD-10: A01.0
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of viable Salmonella Typhi bacteria by identifying their RNA.
TEST-3083
SARS-CoV-2 Respiratory Comprehensive Panel Test

This test detects SARS-CoV-2 RNA and performs whole genome sequencing to identify the specific variant lineage.

Nasopharyngeal swab (NP swab) in viral transport medium 24–48 hours from sample receipt (collections processed Monday, Wednesday, Friday) 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["SARS-CoV-2 RNA", "Viral Genome Sequence", "Variant Lineage (Pango, Nextclade)", "Spike Protein Mutations"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Avoid nasal sprays or decongestants for at least two hours prior to collection"]
Indications
["Diagnosis of active SARS-CoV-2 infection", "Variant surveillance", "Epidemiological tracking", "Clinical management guidance"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 94534-5 ICD-10: U07.1
Clinical summary
This test detects SARS-CoV-2 RNA and performs whole genome sequencing to identify the specific variant lineage.
TEST-621
SARS-CoV-2 RNA Qualitative RT-PCR Test

This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA in respiratory specimens.

Bronchial Swab / Bronchial Lavage 24 hours (phone) / 3 working days (email) 900.00 AED
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What it measures
["SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Suspected active COVID-19 infection", "Diagnosis confirmation in symptomatic individuals", "Public health surveillance"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 94531-1 ICD-10: U07.1
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA in respiratory specimens.
TEST-636
SARS-CoV-2 Viral Load Quantitative Test (qPCR & WGS)

This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA present in a respiratory specimen.

Respiratory specimen (e.g., bronchial lavage, deep respiratory swab) Electronic report within 36 hours; phone alert within 24 hours 1,200.00 AED
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What it measures
["SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA concentration (copies/mL)", "Viral genomic sequence"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Viral Load (copies/mL)", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
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Indications
["Monitoring disease progression in hospitalized patients", "Assessing therapeutic efficacy", "Evaluating infectivity risk", "Research purposes"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 94756-3 ICD-10: U07.1
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA present in a respiratory specimen.
TEST-3078
SARS‑CoV‑2 Diagnostic Panel Test

This diagnostic test evaluates active SARS-CoV-2 infection, immune response status, and systemic inflammation markers.

Nasopharyngeal/Oropharyngeal Swab, Blood Serum, Whole Blood 2 Days 490.00 AED
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What it measures
["Viral RNA (SARS-CoV-2)", "IgM antibodies (SARS-CoV-2)", "IgG antibodies (SARS-CoV-2)", "Complete Blood Count (CBC)", "Leukocyte Differential"]
Parameters
[{"name": "RT-qPCR (SARS-CoV-2 RNA)", "reference_range": "Negative/Positive"}, {"name": "IgM Antibodies (SARS-CoV-2)", "reference_range": "Negative/Positive"}, {"name": "IgG Antibodies (SARS-CoV-2)", "reference_range": "Negative/Positive"}, {"name": "Complete Blood Count (CBC)", "reference_range": "Refer to laboratory reference ranges"}, {"name": "Leukocyte Differential", "reference_range": "Refer to laboratory reference ranges"}]
Preparation
["Overnight fasting is preferred for the blood draw", "May consume plain water"]
Indications
["Diagnosis of active SARS-CoV-2 infection", "Assessment of immune response to SARS-CoV-2", "Evaluation of systemic inflammation related to COVID-19"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 94531-1 ICD-10: U07.1
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates active SARS-CoV-2 infection, immune response status, and systemic inflammation markers.
TEST-632
Scrub Typhus Bacterial Load Test

This test quantifies the amount of Orientia tsutsugamushi DNA present in a blood sample.

Peripheral whole blood (serum/plasma) 24 hours (phone) / 36 hours (email) 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["Orientia tsutsugamushi DNA", "Absolute bacterial load (copies/mL)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Orientia tsutsugamushi DNA", "reference_range": "Not detected"}]
Preparation
["No fasting required", "Bring valid Emirates ID", "Bring previous medical records", "Do not alter prescribed medication before the test"]
Indications
["Suspected scrub typhus infection", "Differentiation from other febrile illnesses", "Monitoring therapeutic response to antibiotics"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 93951-7 ICD-10: A75.3
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of Orientia tsutsugamushi DNA present in a blood sample.
TEST-618
Scrub Typhus RNA Detection Qualitative PCR Test

This test detects the genetic material (RNA) of the bacterium Orientia tsutsugamushi, the cause of scrub typhus, in blood samples.

Whole blood, plasma, or serum 24–36 working hours 700.00 AED
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What it measures
["Orientia tsutsugamushi 16S rRNA", "Pathogen RNA load"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Sign informed consent", "Provide brief clinical history (symptom onset, recent travel, current antibiotics)", "Have Emirates ID available"]
Indications
["Suspected scrub typhus infection", "Patients with febrile illness after travel to endemic regions", "Patients with outdoor exposure in endemic regions", "Early diagnosis to guide antibiotic therapy"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 88168-8 ICD-10: A75.3, Z11.59, Z86.19
Clinical summary
This test detects the genetic material (RNA) of the bacterium Orientia tsutsugamushi, the cause of scrub typhus, in blood samples.

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 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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