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TB PCR tests in Dubai & UAE

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TB PCR diagnostic tests, details, and listed prices
Test and description Specimen Typical duration Price Options
TEST-2597
Mycobacterium Tuberculosis PCR Test

This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis DNA in clinical specimens.

Sputum, EDTA blood, body fluids, tissue Next day (≀24 h) for negative result; 4 days for positive confirmation and resistance profiling 650.00 AED
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What it measures
["Mycobacterium tuberculosis DNA"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Submit first-morning sputum (or urine) on three consecutive days.", "Avoid eating, drinking, or brushing teeth before collection.", "No special preparation required for blood samples."]
Indications
["Suspected active tuberculosis", "Confirmation of pulmonary or extrapulmonary TB", "Rapid diagnosis needed for treatment guidance", "Drug resistance profiling"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 41166-5 ICD-10: A15.0, Z11.1
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis DNA in clinical specimens.
TEST-1326
Mycobacterium tuberculosis Qualitative PCR Test

This diagnostic test evaluates respiratory specimens for the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex DNA using a real-time PCR assay.

Respiratory specimen (e.g., Sputum) 3–4 business days 650.00 AED
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What it measures
["Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex DNA", "Insertion sequence IS6110"]
Parameters
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Preparation
["Collect deep cough sputum sample in the morning before eating or drinking.", "Rinse mouth with plain water before collection.", "Avoid mouthwash or toothpaste before sampling."]
Indications
["Suspected pulmonary tuberculosis", "Smear-negative tuberculosis suspects", "Rapid diagnosis needed"]
Measurement technique
Confirm with laboratory
Codes
LOINC: 5004-6 ICD-10: A15.0
Clinical summary
This diagnostic test evaluates respiratory specimens for the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex DNA using a real-time PCR assay.

Category overview

TB PCR: overview

Investigating a persistent, deep cough, unexplained weight loss, or severe night sweats demands the absolute fastest, most sensitive diagnostic intervention available to confirm active tuberculosis. Representing a critical, high-speed diagnostic tool in our Microbiology department, TB PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) testing directly analyzes your sputum or clinical fluids to detect the exact genetic material of the Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex. By leveraging cutting-edge molecular amplification technology, this vital screening definitively confirms the presence of this highly contagious pathogen in a matter of hours rather than weeks, offering the critical data needed to safely guide immediate, life-saving isolation protocols and highly targeted antibiotic therapies. Trusted for rapid, dependable respiratory diagnostics across the best diagnostic labs in the UAE, DNA Labs guarantees absolute patient confidentiality, exceptional analytical accuracy, and incredibly prompt reporting. Prioritize your immediate respiratory wellnessβ€”book your TB PCR testing in UAE, arrange a highly secure clinical sample collection, or connect with our dedicated medical professionals.

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