Skip to main content

Diagnostic options ยท UAE

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.

Tests in this category

299

Listed price range

490.00โ€“5,500.00 AED

Clinical preparation

Confirm test-specific instructions with your clinician or laboratory.

Compare available tests

Microbiology test prices

Showing 76โ€“90 of 299 matching tests.

Microbiology diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description Specimen Typical duration Price Options
TEST-867
Cultured Antitubercular Drug Susceptibility Testing (DST) for Clarithromycin Test

This test evaluates the susceptibility of cultured Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex isolates to the antibiotic clarithromycin.

Pure bacterial isolate (cultured Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex); initial sputum specimen for culture 21 working days 650.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Susceptibility of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex to clarithromycin", "Phenotypic resistance data"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
[]
Indications
["Failure of first-line TB drugs", "Contraindication to first-line TB drugs", "Consideration of clarithromycin-based regimens", "Confirmed or suspected clarithromycin resistance"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 10135-9 ICD-10: Z16.31
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the susceptibility of cultured Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex isolates to the antibiotic clarithromycin.
TEST-928
Cultured Mold Antifungal Drug Sensitivity Test (DST)

This test evaluates the susceptibility of a cultured mold isolate to a panel of antifungal drugs.

Fungal culture isolate (mold colony) 7 calendar days from isolate receipt 1,900.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Antifungal susceptibility", "Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC)", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
[]
Indications
["Suspected invasive fungal infection", "Need for personalized antifungal therapy", "Monitoring treatment response"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 100329-9 ICD-10: B48.8
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the susceptibility of a cultured mold isolate to a panel of antifungal drugs.
TEST-881
Cultured Mycobacterium tuberculosis Complex Drug Susceptibility Testing (DST) Test

This test evaluates the susceptibility of cultured Mycobacterium tuberculosis to the antibiotic kanamycin.

Pure Mycobacterial Isolate (Sputum Culture-Derived) 21 working days from pure isolate receipt 650.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Kanamycin susceptibility", "Mycobacterium tuberculosis resistance profile"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
[]
Indications
["Suspected MDR-TB", "Failure of first-line anti-TB therapy", "Need for second-line drug selection"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 70664-3 ICD-10: A15.0, U84.30
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the susceptibility of cultured Mycobacterium tuberculosis to the antibiotic kanamycin.
TEST-872
Cycloserine Drug Susceptibility Testing (DST) Test

This test measures the minimum concentration of cycloserine required to inhibit the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Pure culture isolate of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex 21 calendar days from culture receipt 650.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) of Cycloserine"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC)", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["No special patient preparation required", "Continue anti-TB medications as prescribed"]
Indications
["Culture-confirmed pulmonary or extrapulmonary tuberculosis", "Confirmed or suspected MDR-TB"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 52039-2 ICD-10: Z01.84, U84.3
Clinical summary
This test measures the minimum concentration of cycloserine required to inhibit the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
TEST-941
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) DNA Quantitative PCR Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Cytomegalovirus (CMV) DNA present in a patient's plasma sample.

Plasma Next-day report (sample collected by 3 pm) 750.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["CMV DNA viral load", "Quantification of viral particles"]
Parameters
[{"name": "CMV DNA Viral Load", "reference_range": "Reported as IU/mL of plasma; threshold varies by lab."}]
Preparation
["Fasting for 12 hours prior to sample collection.", "Do not discontinue prescribed immunosuppressive or antiviral medication without consulting your transplant specialist."]
Indications
["Monitoring transplant recipients", "Monitoring immunosuppressed patients", "Assessing risk of CMV reactivation", "Guiding preemptive antiviral therapy"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 49879-4 ICD-10: B25.9, Z94.0
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Cytomegalovirus (CMV) DNA present in a patient's plasma sample.
TEST-952
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) RNA Qualitative Detection Test

This test detects the presence of Cytomegalovirus (CMV) messenger RNA (mRNA) in a sample, indicating active viral replication.

Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma (VIP Mobile Phlebotomy); Tissue Biopsy (Hospital Extraction Only) 24 hours (phone) / 3 working days (detailed email report) 700.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Viral mRNA", "Active viral replication"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
["No fasting required", "Bring Emirates ID, insurance card, and prior CMV records"]
Indications
["Immunocompromised hosts", "Solid organ transplant recipients", "Patients with acute CMV syndrome", "Preemptive antiviral therapy guidance"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 58909-1 ICD-10: B25.9
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of Cytomegalovirus (CMV) messenger RNA (mRNA) in a sample, indicating active viral replication.
TEST-971
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Viral Load Quantitative Test

This test quantifies the amount of CMV DNA present in the blood, indicating the level of active viral replication.

Blood (Plasma or Serum) 24 hours (urgent) / 36 hours (email softcopy) 1,000.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["CMV DNA (Viral Load)"]
Parameters
[{"name": "CMV DNA Viral Load", "reference_range": "Varies by lab; typically reported as copies/mL. Consult lab report for specific range."}]
Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Inform lab of current medications"]
Indications
["Monitoring transplant recipients", "Assessing immunocompromised patients", "Guiding antiviral therapy", "Risk stratification"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 13949-2 ICD-10: B25.9
Clinical summary
This test quantifies the amount of CMV DNA present in the blood, indicating the level of active viral replication.
TEST-961
Dengue Fever Antibodies IgG & IgM ICT Test

This test qualitatively detects and differentiates Dengue virus-specific IgG and IgM antibodies in human serum using an immunochromatographic assay.

Serum Same Day (Daily Processing) 550.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Dengue-specific IgM antibodies", "Dengue-specific IgG antibodies"]
Parameters
[{"name": "IgM Antibody", "reference_range": "Negative/Positive"}, {"name": "IgG Antibody", "reference_range": "Negative/Positive"}]
Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Inform the phlebotomist of any medications being taken"]
Indications
["Suspected dengue infection in endemic areas", "Differentiation between primary and secondary dengue infection", "Monitoring during dengue outbreaks"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 51723-6 ICD-10: A90, A91, Z86.19
Clinical summary
This test qualitatively detects and differentiates Dengue virus-specific IgG and IgM antibodies in human serum using an immunochromatographic assay.
TEST-959
Dengue Fever Combined Panel Test

This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of dengue virus NS1 antigen and IgM/IgG antibodies in serum.

Serum Daily (same-day results) 850.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Dengue NS1 Antigen", "Dengue IgM Antibodies", "Dengue IgG Antibodies"]
Parameters
[{"name": "Dengue NS1 Antigen", "reference_range": "Negative"}, {"name": "Dengue IgM Antibody", "reference_range": "Negative"}, {"name": "Dengue IgG Antibody", "reference_range": "Negative"}]
Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking"]
Indications
["Suspected dengue infection", "Early diagnosis of dengue fever", "Differentiation of primary and secondary dengue infections"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 94077-9 ICD-10: A90
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of dengue virus NS1 antigen and IgM/IgG antibodies in serum.
TEST-926
Dengue RNA Qualitative Test

This test detects the presence of dengue virus RNA in patient samples.

Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma, CSF 36 hours (email); 24 hours (urgent phone) 600.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Dengue Virus RNA (DENV-1 to DENV-4)", "Viral Load (Qualitative)"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
[]
Indications
["Suspected dengue infection within 1-5 days of fever onset", "Differential diagnosis of febrile illness in endemic areas", "Outbreak surveillance"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 9829-0 ICD-10: A90
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of dengue virus RNA in patient samples.
TEST-936
Dengue Typing 1/2/3/4 (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test

This test detects the presence of viral RNA from all four dengue virus serotypes (DENV-1, DENV-2, DENV-3, DENV-4) in a patient sample.

Blood, Serum, Plasma (VIP Home Collection available); CSF (Hospital Extraction Only) 24โ€“36 hours (phone/email) 1,200.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Dengue Virus RNA", "Serotype Identification (DENV-1, DENV-2, DENV-3, DENV-4)"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
["No fasting required", "Bring completed consent form", "Disclose medications and bleeding disorders"]
Indications
["Suspected dengue infection", "Early diagnosis during acute febrile phase", "Outbreak surveillance", "Differentiation of dengue serotypes"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 95207-6 ICD-10: A90
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of viral RNA from all four dengue virus serotypes (DENV-1, DENV-2, DENV-3, DENV-4) in a patient sample.
TEST-310
DNA Viral Metagenome Sequencing and Analysis Test

This test identifies the presence of viral nucleic acids, including known and novel viruses, within a patient's sample.

Whole Blood 8 Weeks 4,000.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Viral DNA", "Presence of known and novel viral genomes"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
["No fasting required", "Provide a whole blood sample in the provided DNA stabilization tube"]
Indications
["Diagnosis of viral infections", "Identification of novel viral pathogens", "Investigation of unexplained symptoms", "Assessment of potential viral triggers in autoimmune diseases"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 101696-5 ICD-10: B34.9
Clinical summary
This test identifies the presence of viral nucleic acids, including known and novel viruses, within a patient's sample.
TEST-203
DNA Viral Metagenome Sequencing Data Analysis Test

This test identifies and characterizes DNA viral sequences from a whole blood sample using metagenomic next-generation sequencing.

Whole Blood (peripheral, EDTA) 4 weeks 2,500.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["DNA viral sequences", "Viral genome coverage"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
["No fasting or special preparation is needed"]
Indications
["Diagnosis in complex infectious cases", "Diagnosis in oncological cases", "Diagnosis in rheumatological cases", "Cases where standard panels fail"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 94035-3 ICD-10: Z01.89
Clinical summary
This test identifies and characterizes DNA viral sequences from a whole blood sample using metagenomic next-generation sequencing.
TEST-914
E. coli O157:H7 (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test

This test detects the presence of RNA specific to Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 in various sample types.

Stool, milk, water, food, culture cells Preliminary result at 36 hours; final report by email within 48 hours (4th working day) 650.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 RNA"]
Parameters
[]
Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Collect sample as directed by healthcare provider"]
Indications
["Suspected E. coli O157:H7 infection", "Hemorrhagic colitis", "Foodborne illness outbreak investigation", "Food safety surveillance"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 88232-3 ICD-10: A04.3
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of RNA specific to Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 in various sample types.
TEST-906
E. coli O157:H7 Bacterial Load Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the presence and quantity of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 bacteria.

Stool, food, environmental samples 36โ€“48 hours 900.00 AED
View
View test specifications and preparation
What it measures
["Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 DNA", "Bacterial Load"]
Parameters
[{"name": "E. coli O157:H7 Bacterial Load", "reference_range": null}]
Preparation
["Collect fresh stool specimen in provided sterile container", "Avoid contamination", "Refrigerate sample if not delivered within two hours", "Follow specific kit instructions for food/water samples"]
Indications
["Suspected E. coli O157:H7 infection", "Outbreak investigation", "Food safety testing", "Environmental sample testing"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 20881-5 ICD-10: A04.3
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the presence and quantity of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 bacteria.

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.

Before booking

Use the test details as a conversation starter

The right diagnostic option depends on your reason for testing and individual circumstances. Check the listed specimen and timing, then confirm any preparation requirements with the ordering clinician or laboratory before collection.

Explore this area