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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-965
Campylobacter jejuni RNA Detection, Qualitative Test

This test detects the presence of Campylobacter jejuni RNA in a stool sample, indicating an active infection.

Stool 36 hours (telephonic) / 48 hours (email) 700.00 AED
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What it measures
["Campylobacter jejuni RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Notify lab of recent antibiotic use"]
Indications
["Acute gastroenteritis", "Food poisoning investigation", "Traveler's diarrhea", "Outbreak investigation"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 50810-3 ICD-10: A04.5
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of Campylobacter jejuni RNA in a stool sample, indicating an active infection.
TEST-533
Candida Albicans Detection PCR Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the presence of Candida albicans DNA in clinical specimens using Real-Time PCR.

CSF, Sputum, Body Fluid, Tissue (Sterile Container) 13 Working Days 800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Candida albicans DNA", "Internal Transcribed Spacer (ITS) region"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No special preparation is needed for the patient."]
Indications
["Diagnosis of invasive candidiasis", "Distinguishing invasive infection from colonization", "Guiding targeted antifungal therapy"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 82303-2 ICD-10: B37.9
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the presence of Candida albicans DNA in clinical specimens using Real-Time PCR.
TEST-887
Candida Multiplex RNA Detection Panel Test

This test detects RNA from eight Candida species in various patient samples, indicating active infection.

Whole blood (EDTA), bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), fresh tissue biopsy, respiratory secretions 36โ€“48 hours (verbal report within 36 hours; formal PDF report by email on 4th working day) 1,700.00 AED
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What it measures
["Candida RNA", "Species-specific RNA sequences"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required for blood samples", "Disclose current antifungal therapy"]
Indications
["Suspected invasive candidiasis", "Negative fungal cultures despite clinical suspicion", "Need for rapid species identification", "Immunocompromised patients"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 103459-2 ICD-10: B37.9
Clinical summary
This test detects RNA from eight Candida species in various patient samples, indicating active infection.
TEST-970
CCHF (Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever) RNA Detection, Qualitative Test

This test detects the presence of Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever virus RNA in patient samples.

Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma, or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) 36 hours (telephone) / 48 hours (email) 700.00 AED
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What it measures
["Viral RNA (CCHF virus)"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Present prior medical records related to hemorrhagic fever or travel to endemic areas"]
Indications
["Suspected Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever", "Early diagnosis during viremic phase", "Outbreak investigation"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: LP142397-0 ICD-10: A98.0
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever virus RNA in patient samples.
TEST-1016
CCHF Viral Load Quantitative Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus RNA present in a patient's sample.

Blood or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) 36โ€“48 Hours (Email: 48 hrs / Phone: 36 hrs) 1,400.00 AED
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What it measures
["Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus RNA", "Viral load (IU/mL)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "CCHF Viral Load", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
[]
Indications
["Suspected active CCHF infection", "Monitoring treatment response", "Guiding isolation decisions", "Epidemiological investigation"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 88513-0 ICD-10: A98.0
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus RNA present in a patient's sample.
TEST-943
CCL3-L1 Gene Load Test

This test quantifies the expression level of the CCL3-L1 gene in a patient's blood sample.

Whole blood (peripheral) 24 hours (phone) / 36 hours (email) 1,200.00 AED
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What it measures
["CCL3-L1 gene expression", "Immune activation levels", "Chemokine profiling"]
Parameters
[{"name": "CCL3-L1 Gene Expression", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Inform physician and lab about all current medications"]
Indications
["Monitoring patients with chronic viral infections", "Assessing immune response to therapy", "Evaluating suspected immune dysregulation syndromes"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 93206-5 ICD-10: R79.89, Z13.89
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the expression level of the CCL3-L1 gene in a patient's blood sample.
TEST-960
Chandipura Virus (RNA Detection) Qualitative PCR Test

This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of Chandipura virus RNA in patient samples.

Blood, CSF, or Swabs 36 Hours (Phone) / 48 Hours (Email) 900.00 AED
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What it measures
["Chandipura virus RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting or special preparation required", "Bring signed consent form and recent medical records"]
Indications
["Suspected acute encephalitis", "Diagnosis of Chandipura virus infection"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 88505-7 ICD-10: A92.8
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of Chandipura virus RNA in patient samples.
TEST-977
Chandipura Virus Viral Load Quantitative Test

This test quantifies the amount of Chandipura virus RNA in patient samples.

Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma, CSF, Nasal & Throat Swabs 36 hours (phone) / 48 hours (email) 1,100.00 AED
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What it measures
["Viral RNA copies", "Viral Load"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Viral Load (qPCR + WGS)", "reference_range": "โ‰ค5 viral copies/mL"}]
Preparation
["No fasting required", "Provide signed informed consent", "Disclose all recent medications or travel history"]
Indications
["Monitoring disease progression", "Guiding antiviral therapy", "Confirming infection clearance", "Research settings"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 33794-6 ICD-10: A93.8, B97.1
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of Chandipura virus RNA in patient samples.
TEST-573
Chemotherapy Pre-Treatment SARS-CoV-2 Screening Profile Test

This test evaluates for active SARS-CoV-2 infection, complete blood count parameters, metabolic function, and inflammatory markers to assess patient readiness for chemotherapy.

Peripheral whole blood (EDTA and serum) + Nasopharyngeal/oropharyngeal swab in viral transport medium 2 days (sample by 11 AM daily) 650.00 AED
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What it measures
["SARS-CoV-2 RNA (ORF1ab, N, E genes)", "Complete Blood Count (CBC) with differential", "Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)", "High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "SARS-CoV-2 RNA", "reference_range": "Not Detected"}, {"name": "White Blood Cell Count", "reference_range": "4.0 - 11.0 x 10^9/L"}, {"name": "Neutrophil Count", "reference_range": "1.5 - 8.0 x 10^9/L"}, {"name": "Hemoglobin", "reference_range": "135 - 175 g/L (Male), 120 - 155 g/L (Female)"}, {"name": "Platelet Count", "reference_range": "150 - 400 x 10^9/L"}, {"name": "Glucose", "reference_range": "3.9 - 5.5 mmol/L"}, {"name": "Creatinine", "reference_range": "60 - 110 ยตmol/L"}, {"name": "ALT", "reference_range": "< 40 U/L"}, {"name": "AST", "reference_range": "< 40 U/L"}, {"name": "hs-CRP", "reference_range": "< 10 mg/L"}]
Preparation
["No specific fasting required.", "Inform phlebotomy team of any medications (especially anticoagulants, heparin) or allergies (latex)."]
Indications
["Pre-chemotherapy screening", "Assessment of physiological readiness for cytotoxic therapy", "Exclusion of active COVID-19 infection in oncology patients"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 94500-6, 58410-2, 24323-2 ICD-10: Z11.52, U07.1, D70.9
Clinical summary
This test evaluates for active SARS-CoV-2 infection, complete blood count parameters, metabolic function, and inflammatory markers to assess patient readiness for chemotherapy.
TEST-962
Chikungunya Viral Load Quantitative Test

This test quantifies the amount of Chikungunya virus RNA present in a blood sample.

Peripheral Whole Blood, Serum, or Plasma 24 hours (phone) / 36 hours (email) 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["Chikungunya virus RNA copies per milliliter", "Viral burden"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Chikungunya Viral Load", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["No fasting required", "No special preparation required", "Inform team of bleeding disorders or blood-thinning medications"]
Indications
["Confirm active Chikungunya infection", "Monitor disease severity", "Evaluate treatment efficacy", "Differentiate acute infection from post-viral arthralgia"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 54035-2 ICD-10: A92.0
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of Chikungunya virus RNA present in a blood sample.
TEST-973
Chlamydia pneumoniae Bacterial Load Test

This test quantifies the amount of Chlamydia pneumoniae DNA in a respiratory sample.

Respiratory specimen (nasopharyngeal swab, sputum, or bronchoalveolar lavage) Phone alert within 24 hours; full report in 3 working days 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["Chlamydia pneumoniae DNA load (copies/mL)", "Genomic confirmation via Whole Genome Sequencing"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Chlamydia pneumoniae DNA load", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["No special preparation needed", "Inform doctor if taking antibiotics"]
Indications
["Monitoring response to antibiotic therapy", "Detecting persistent infection", "Confirming diagnosis in complex cases", "Differentiating active infection from colonization"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 22532-3 ICD-10: J16.0
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of Chlamydia pneumoniae DNA in a respiratory sample.
TEST-954
Chlamydia Trachomatis Bacterial Load Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria present in a urogenital specimen.

Urine, Endocervical Swab, Vaginal Swab, Urethral Swab Phone report within 36 hours / Formal email report by the 4th working day 1,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["Chlamydia trachomatis bacterial load (copies/mL)", "Presence of Chlamydia trachomatis DNA"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Chlamydia trachomatis Bacterial Load", "reference_range": "Negative (No detectable DNA) or Quantitative result (copies/mL)"}]
Preparation
["No dietary restrictions or fasting required", "Continue prescribed medications unless advised otherwise by a doctor", "For urine collection, a first-void sample is preferred", "Inform phlebotomist if menstruating"]
Indications
["Diagnosis of Chlamydia trachomatis infection", "Monitoring treatment response", "Detection of treatment failure", "Detection of reinfection", "Assessment of infection severity"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 22530-3 ICD-10: A56.0, A56.1
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria present in a urogenital specimen.
TEST-949
Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Mycoplasma genitalium Multiplex RNA Detection Qualitative Test

This test detects the presence of ribosomal RNA from Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Mycoplasma genitalium.

Urethral swab, vaginal swab, first-void urine, cervical discharge 36โ€“48 hours (preliminary) / 4th working day (final report) 1,400.00 AED
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What it measures
["Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) of Chlamydia trachomatis", "Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) of Neisseria gonorrhoeae", "Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) of Mycoplasma genitalium"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Avoid antibiotics for 2 weeks prior", "Avoid douching, spermicide, or vaginal creams 24 hours before sampling"]
Indications
["Screening for STIs", "Diagnosis of suspected Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, or Mycoplasma genitalium infection", "Evaluation of co-infections"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 95831-9 ICD-10: Z11.3, A56.09, A54.9
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of ribosomal RNA from Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Mycoplasma genitalium.
TEST-935
Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Mycoplasma & Syphilis Multiplex RNA Detection Panel Test

This test detects the RNA of four common sexually transmitted pathogens: Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Mycoplasma genitalium, and Treponema pallidum.

Urine, Urethral Swab, Endocervical Swab, or Blood / Serum Results on 4th working day; email delivery in 48 hours; phone reporting in 36 hours 1,500.00 AED
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What it measures
["Chlamydia trachomatis RNA", "Neisseria gonorrhoeae RNA", "Mycoplasma genitalium RNA", "Treponema pallidum RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Refrain from urinating for at least one hour before providing a urine sample.", "Avoid vaginal douching, topical medications, or intercourse for 24 hours prior to collection.", "Inform the laboratory if you have taken antibiotics in the past 14 days."]
Indications
["Screening for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)", "Diagnosis of active Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Mycoplasma genitalium, or Syphilis infection", "Evaluation of patients with symptoms suggestive of STIs", "Partner notification follow-up testing"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 103627-6 ICD-10: A56.0, A54.0, A63.8, A51.0
Clinical summary
This test detects the RNA of four common sexually transmitted pathogens: Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Mycoplasma genitalium, and Treponema pallidum.
TEST-948
Choclo Virus RNA Detection Test

This test detects the presence of Choclo virus RNA in various biological samples using Real-Time PCR.

EDTA whole blood, serum, plasma, BAL, CSF, urine 3 working days (24โ€‘hour phone alert available) 900.00 AED
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What it measures
["Choclo virus RNA", "Viral genetic sequences"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Sign informed consent form", "Present full medical history", "Inform clinician if on anticoagulants"]
Indications
["Suspected Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS)", "Suspected Hantavirus Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS)", "Exposure history to endemic areas", "Travel history to endemic areas"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 88523-5 ICD-10: B33.4
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of Choclo virus RNA in various biological samples using Real-Time PCR.

Category overview

Microbiology: overview

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