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Molecular Diagnostics tests in Dubai & UAE

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Molecular Diagnostics diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description Specimen Typical duration Price Options
TEST-12
B-Cell Gene Rearrangement Detection (Clonality) Test

This test detects the presence of a monoclonal B-cell population by analyzing immunoglobulin heavy chain (IGH) gene rearrangements in a blood sample.

Whole Blood 10–12 business days 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Immunoglobulin heavy chain (IGH) gene rearrangements", "B-cell clonality (monoclonal vs. polyclonal)"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Suspected leukemia or lymphoma", "Monitoring minimal residual disease (MRD)", "Differentiating reactive lymphocytosis from malignancy"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
ICD-10: ['C91.00', 'C83.10']
Clinical summary
This test detects the presence of a monoclonal B-cell population by analyzing immunoglobulin heavy chain (IGH) gene rearrangements in a blood sample.
TEST-4470
B4GALT1 Gene Sequencing (CDG Type IId) Test

This test identifies disease-causing mutations in the B4GALT1 gene, providing a definitive molecular diagnosis for Congenital Disorder of Glycosylation Type IId.

Whole blood, extracted DNA, or dried blood spot (FTA card) 3–4 weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["B4GALT1 gene sequence", "Copy Number Variations (CNVs) in B4GALT1"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific fasting required", "Ensure informed consent is obtained"]
Indications
["Suspected Congenital Disorder of Glycosylation Type IId (CDG Type IId)", "Patients with unexplained neurological impairment, hypotonia, or developmental delay"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 48000-4 ICD-10: E77.8
Clinical summary
This test identifies disease-causing mutations in the B4GALT1 gene, providing a definitive molecular diagnosis for Congenital Disorder of Glycosylation Type IId.
TEST-311
Bacterial 16S rRNA V3-V4 Amplicon Sequencing & Analysis Test

This diagnostic test evaluates the composition and abundance of bacterial species within a sample using 16S rRNA gene sequencing.

Whole Blood or Extracted DNA 8 Weeks 1,500.00 AED
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What it measures
["Bacterial species identification", "Quantitative abundance of bacterial species", "Phylogenetic classification of bacteria"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Avoid antibiotics and probiotics for at least two weeks before collection."]
Indications
["Assessment of microbial communities in various clinical scenarios", "Identification of potential pathogens", "Evaluation of gut microbiome composition"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 92727-3 ICD-10: B96.89, Z22.8
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates the composition and abundance of bacterial species within a sample using 16S rRNA gene sequencing.
TEST-306
Bacterial Genome Sequencing, De Novo Assembly and Annotation Test

This test evaluates the complete DNA sequence of a bacterium to identify its genetic makeup, including resistance and virulence factors.

Extracted bacterial DNA, bacterial isolate culture, or whole blood (10 mL EDTA) 8 weeks 4,000.00 AED
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What it measures
["Complete bacterial genome sequence", "Antibiotic resistance genes", "Virulence factors", "Plasmid content", "Gene functions"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting or special preparation required"]
Indications
["Novel pathogen discovery", "Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) profiling", "Strain typing", "Functional genomics", "Infection control investigations"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 94217-5 ICD-10: Z04.8, B96.89
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the complete DNA sequence of a bacterium to identify its genetic makeup, including resistance and virulence factors.
TEST-383
Bacterial Meningitis Confirmatory Panel Test

This diagnostic test identifies the presence of specific bacterial DNA sequences associated with common meningitis pathogens in cerebrospinal fluid or throat swab samples.

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or throat swab 24–48 hours (sample to report) 950.00 AED
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What it measures
["DNA of Neisseria meningitidis", "DNA of Streptococcus pneumoniae", "DNA of Haemophilus influenzae type b", "DNA of Listeria monocytogenes", "DNA of Group B Streptococcus"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required", "Inform medical team if on blood thinners", "Sample collected by DHA-licensed healthcare professional at hospital"]
Indications
["Suspected bacterial meningitis", "Need for rapid pathogen identification", "Cases where conventional culture may be negative (e.g., pre-treated patients)"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 88220-0 ICD-10: G00.9
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test identifies the presence of specific bacterial DNA sequences associated with common meningitis pathogens in cerebrospinal fluid or throat swab samples.
TEST-384
Bacterial Pneumonia Panel PCR Test

This test detects the DNA of common bacterial pathogens responsible for community-acquired pneumonia using multiplex real-time PCR.

Respiratory specimen (sputum, nasopharyngeal swab, bronchoalveolar lavage) 4 working days (sample collection Mon/Wed/Fri by 11 AM) 1,500.00 AED
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What it measures
["DNA of Streptococcus pneumoniae", "DNA of Haemophilus influenzae", "DNA of Mycoplasma pneumoniae", "DNA of Legionella pneumophila", "DNA of Chlamydia pneumoniae", "DNA of Moraxella catarrhalis (panel version dependent)", "DNA of Bordetella pertussis (panel version dependent)"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting required.", "Avoid eating or drinking 30 minutes before swab collection.", "Inform physician about recent antibiotic use (within 14 days)."]
Indications
["Suspected community-acquired pneumonia", "Need for rapid pathogen identification", "Guidance for targeted antibiotic therapy", "Patients with severe pneumonia or risk factors"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 94500-6 ICD-10: J15.9, J15.8, Z15.89
Clinical summary
This test detects the DNA of common bacterial pathogens responsible for community-acquired pneumonia using multiplex real-time PCR.
TEST-70
Bacterial Stranded Transcriptome Library Preparation Test

This test analyzes bacterial RNA to create sequencing libraries that reveal gene expression patterns with strand specificity.

Bacterial isolate, tissue biopsy, or whole blood (PAXgene Blood RNA Tube) 7 days from sample receipt 2,100.00 AED
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What it measures
["Bacterial gene expression levels", "Antisense RNA transcripts", "Operon structure", "Transcript orientation"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No fasting or special preparation required for extracted DNA or whole blood collection.", "Stay hydrated.", "Follow specific instructions provided by your healthcare provider regarding specimen type."]
Indications
["Antimicrobial resistance profiling", "Functional genomics research", "Operon analysis", "Investigation of bacterial gene regulation"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 93334-1 ICD-10: Z14.8, Z13.79, Z01.89
Clinical summary
This test analyzes bacterial RNA to create sequencing libraries that reveal gene expression patterns with strand specificity.
TEST-108
Bacterial Stranded Transcriptome Sequencing Test

This test maps all actively expressed bacterial genes in a sample, revealing which transcripts are turned on and from which DNA strand they originate.

Whole blood (PAXgene RNA tube) 5 weeks 2,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Actively expressed bacterial genes", "Directional gene expression (sense/antisense)", "Coding and non-coding bacterial transcripts"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Continue all prescribed medications unless directed otherwise by your treating physician."]
Indications
["Advanced research in oncology", "Anti-aging research", "Microbiome science research"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 91866-3 ICD-10: Z01.89
Clinical summary
This test maps all actively expressed bacterial genes in a sample, revealing which transcripts are turned on and from which DNA strand they originate.
TEST-68
Bacterial Transcriptome De Novo Data Analysis Test

This test analyzes the complete gene expression profile of cultured bacteria to identify pathogens, virulence factors, and antibiotic resistance mechanisms.

Pure bacterial culture (aseptically collected) 4 weeks 2,200.00 AED
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What it measures
["Bacterial gene expression", "Virulence factors", "Antibiotic resistance mechanisms", "Novel pathogens"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Identifying novel pathogens", "Guiding targeted therapy in complex infections", "Investigating antibiotic resistance mechanisms", "Profiling virulence factors"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 82789-2 ICD-10: B96.8
Clinical summary
This test analyzes the complete gene expression profile of cultured bacteria to identify pathogens, virulence factors, and antibiotic resistance mechanisms.
TEST-77
Bacterial Transcriptome Library Preparation (RNA-Seq) Test

This test evaluates the expression levels of genes within a bacterial population using RNA sequencing.

Whole Blood or Extracted RNA 7 calendar days 1,800.00 AED
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What it measures
["Bacterial gene expression levels", "Functional pathways of bacteria", "Microbial RNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Whole blood collection requires no fasting.", "If sending extracted RNA, ensure it is stored at -80Β°C and shipped on dry ice."]
Indications
["Anti-aging microbiome profiling", "Infectious disease research", "Precision genomic medicine", "Pathogen characterization"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 101285-2 ICD-10: Z01.89
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the expression levels of genes within a bacterial population using RNA sequencing.
TEST-66
Bacterial Transcriptome Reference‑Based Data Analysis Test

This test evaluates the active gene expression of bacteria present in a patient's blood sample.

Whole Blood (2–3 mL in PAXgene Blood RNA Tube) 1 week 1,500.00 AED
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What it measures
["Bacterial mRNA expression", "Microbial signatures", "Functional bacterial pathways"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Fasting is not required", "Inform doctor about current antibiotics", "Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to collection"]
Indications
["Diagnosis and management of rheumatic diseases", "Identifying potential autoimmune triggers"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 100266-4 ICD-10: M06.9
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the active gene expression of bacteria present in a patient's blood sample.
TEST-103
Bacterial Transcriptome Sequencing (RNA‑Seq) Test

This test evaluates the active gene expression profile of bacterial communities within a sample.

Total RNA from whole blood (PAXgene Blood RNA tube) 5 weeks 2,500.00 AED
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What it measures
["Active gene expression", "Antimicrobial resistance genes", "Virulence factors", "Microbial dysbiosis"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Oncological microbiome research", "Infectious disease management", "Understanding host–microbiome interactions", "Guiding targeted antimicrobial strategies"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 82168-8 ICD-10: B96.89
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the active gene expression profile of bacterial communities within a sample.
TEST-130
Bacterial Transcriptome Sequencing & De Novo Analysis Test

This test evaluates the active gene expression of bacterial communities present in a sample.

Extracted DNA (preferred) or Whole Blood in PAXgene Blood RNA Tubes / equivalent ccfDNA preservative tubes 8 Weeks (Complex Bioinformatic Assembly) 4,200.00 AED
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What it measures
["Total RNA (Active Transcription)", "Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) genes", "Virulence factors", "Novel pathogens"]
Parameters
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Preparation
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Indications
["Complex infections", "Oncology microbiome investigations", "Autoimmune dysbiosis research", "Antimicrobial resistance monitoring"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 95819-6 ICD-10: B96.8
Clinical summary
This test evaluates the active gene expression of bacterial communities present in a sample.
TEST-205
Bacterial V3-V4 16S rRNA Amplicon Sequencing Data Analysis Test

This test profiles the bacterial composition of a sample using 16S rRNA gene sequencing.

Whole Blood (EDTA) 4 weeks 750.00 AED
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What it measures
["Bacterial species identification", "Microbial community composition"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No special preparation required if extracted DNA is provided", "Standard aseptic collection for whole blood"]
Indications
["Microbiome dysbiosis screening", "Anti-aging panels", "Rheumatology panels"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 92725-3 ICD-10: Z13.89
Clinical summary
This test profiles the bacterial composition of a sample using 16S rRNA gene sequencing.
TEST-195
Bacterial Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) Test

This test provides a comprehensive genomic analysis of a bacterial isolate to identify the species, detect antimicrobial resistance genes, and characterize virulence factors.

Whole Blood or Bacterial Isolate 4 weeks 2,500.00 AED
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What it measures
["Bacterial species identification", "Antimicrobial resistance genes", "Virulence factors", "Epidemiological markers (MLST, cgMLST, SNP-based phylogeny)"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["No specific patient preparation required for sample collection."]
Indications
["Identification of bacterial pathogens in complex or difficult-to-diagnose infections", "Determination of antimicrobial resistance mechanisms", "Epidemiological investigation of infectious disease outbreaks", "Guiding targeted antibiotic therapy"]
Measurement technique
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Codes
LOINC: 81267-0 ICD-10: B96.89
Clinical summary
This test provides a comprehensive genomic analysis of a bacterial isolate to identify the species, detect antimicrobial resistance genes, and characterize virulence factors.

Category overview

Molecular Diagnostics: overview

When complex health questions arise, evaluating your health at the cellular level provides the definitive clarity necessary for proactive care. At DNA Labs UAE, our Molecular Diagnostics services harness the power of advanced nucleic acid amplification and real-time PCR technologies to detect diseases with unparalleled sensitivity. From identifying viral loads to pinpointing genetic markers, our specialized molecular testing in the UAE gives your healthcare provider the precise data needed to customize your medical strategy. Trust in one of the leading diagnostic labs in Dubai and the UAE to process your samples with rigorous confidentiality and exceptionally fast, accurate turnaround times. Step forward with absolute confidence. View our molecular diagnostics profiles below, request a seamless home sample collection, or contact our specialized team to book your test.

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