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Mycology tests in Dubai & UAE

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650.00–1,000.00 AED

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Mycology diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description	Specimen	Typical duration	Price	Options
TEST-807 Histoplasma RNA Detection (Qualitative) Test This test detects the presence of Histoplasma capsulatum RNA, indicating an active infection.	Fresh tissue biopsy, bone marrow aspirate, respiratory secretions, peripheral blood	36 hours (phone report) / 48 hours (email report)	800.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Histoplasma capsulatum RNA"] Parameters [] Preparation ["No fasting required", "Discuss all current medications with your doctor before sample collection"] Indications ["Suspected histoplasmosis", "Diagnosis of active disseminated or pulmonary histoplasmosis", "Evaluation in immunocompromised patients"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 42848-4 ICD-10: B39.0, B39.1, B39.2, B39.9 Clinical summary This test detects the presence of Histoplasma capsulatum RNA, indicating an active infection.
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-661 Pan-Malassezia Quantitative Test (qPCR/WGS) This diagnostic test evaluates the presence and quantity of Malassezia species DNA in various biological samples.	Skin scraping, tissue biopsy, blood (whole blood or serum), bone marrow aspirate	Email report: 48 hours; Phone report: 36 hours	1,000.00 AED	View
View test specifications and preparation Hide test specifications and preparation What it measures ["Malassezia species DNA", "Quantitative fungal load (copies/µL)"] Parameters [{"name": "Malassezia species identification", "reference_range": "M. furfur, M. globosa, M. restricta, M. sympodialis and others"}, {"name": "Quantitative fungal load", "reference_range": "Reported as copies/µL"}] Preparation ["No routine fasting required", "Inform lab of all medications, including antifungals and immunosuppressants"] Indications ["Diagnosis of superficial Malassezia infections", "Diagnosis of invasive Malassezia disease", "Identification of Malassezia species", "Quantification of fungal load"] Measurement technique Confirm with laboratory Codes LOINC: 104383-1 ICD-10: B36.0, B36.9 Clinical summary This diagnostic test evaluates the presence and quantity of Malassezia species DNA in various biological samples.

Category overview

Mycology: overview

Investigating persistent, severe skin rashes, crumbling nails, or unexplained deep-tissue and systemic infections requires the absolute gold standard in fungal identification. Representing a specialized cornerstone of our laboratory services, the Mycology department provides a rigorous, exhaustive evaluation of clinical samples using specialized stains, advanced culturing techniques, and highly sensitive molecular PCR. Utilizing state-of-the-art climate-controlled microbiological environments, this expansive suite of testing isolates elusive yeasts and molds—from common dermatophytes to deadly invasive Aspergillus—and performs critical antifungal susceptibility profiling. This provides the definitive data needed to safely guide your healthcare provider’s highly customized antifungal therapies and specialized clinical monitoring. Highly regarded for specialized diagnostic excellence across top diagnostic labs in Dubai and the UAE, DNA Labs ensures strict patient confidentiality, exceptional analytical precision, and incredibly dependable reporting. Secure the ultimate diagnostic confidence your health requires—book your mycology testing in UAE, arrange a secure clinical sample collection, or reach out to our expert microbiology professionals.

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