Test Price
2,500 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Bacterial Transcriptome Sequencing (RNA‑Seq) in UAE | DHA‑Licensed Molecular Diagnostics | DNA Labs UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity – ISO 9001:2015 Accredited Processing
- Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature‑Controlled Cold‑Chain Home Collection (available daily 8 AM – 11 PM).
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post‑Test Clinical Guidance by DHA‑licensed specialists to help interpret results in the context of your health.
- Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Price
2,500 AED
DHA Facility License
1143
Laboratory
DNA Labs UAE
Facility Address
Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE
Test Overview & Methodology
Bacterial Transcriptome Sequencing (RNA‑Seq) deciphers the entire gene expression landscape of bacterial communities, revealing active resistance genes, virulence signatures, and microbial dysbiosis. This advanced molecular tool empowers oncologists and researchers to decode host–microbiome interactions and guide targeted antimicrobial strategies.
Why Our Test Surpasses Standard Alternatives
| Feature | Our Test – Bacterial Transcriptome (RNA‑Seq by NovaSeq 6000) |
Closest Alternative 16S rRNA Amplicon Sequencing |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular Insight | Full gene expression & functional profile (resistance, toxins) | Taxonomic identification only; no functional data |
| Technology | Illumina NovaSeq 6000, paired‑end, rRNA depletion (RNA focus) | Illumina MiSeq, single‑end (DNA) |
| Sample Requirement | Total RNA from whole blood or tissue (PAXgene tube) | DNA from stool/saliva; limited clinical blood applicability |
| Turnaround Time | 5 weeks | 4–6 weeks |
| Price (AED) | 2,500 | 1,500 – 2,000 |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“Bacterial transcriptome sequencing reveals active gene expression and functional pathways of microbial communities, providing critical insights into antimicrobial resistance and virulence mechanisms. I recommend discussing these comprehensive results with your infectious disease specialist for optimal clinical interpretation and antimicrobial stewardship.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics | DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Medication Warning
Do not alter or discontinue any prescribed medications without consulting your treating physician. Sudden cessation of antibiotics or immunomodulatory therapy may lead to clinical deterioration or resistance development.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Patients with active sepsis or hemodynamic instability are not suitable candidates for this 5‑week elective test.
- Recent blood transfusion (within 72 hours) may transiently alter circulating microbial RNA profiles.
- ER Red Flags: Severe confusion, nuchal rigidity, high‑grade fever with rigors, or suspected endocarditis require immediate emergency medical attention, not elective transcriptome analysis.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is bacterial transcriptome sequencing used for?
Bacterial transcriptome sequencing identifies active gene expression, antimicrobial resistance genes, and virulence factors in microbial communities, directly informing oncological microbiome research and infectious disease management. Clinicians and researchers use this high‑resolution functional snapshot to understand how bacteria respond to the host environment, to pinpoint resistance mechanisms before culture results, and to design personalized anti‑infective strategies.
2. How is the sample collected and why does it take 5 weeks?
A DHA‑certified mobile phlebotomist draws a whole blood sample into a PAXgene Blood RNA tube during a convenient home visit; the sample is immediately stabilized and transported under ISO‑compliant cold chain. Total RNA extraction, bacterial rRNA depletion, library preparation, ultra‑deep sequencing, and complex bioinformatics annotation for thousands of genes require 5 weeks to guarantee 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity.
3. Can I use insurance and what does the 2,500 AED cover?
The 2,500 AED fee covers end‑to‑end service: home collection, total RNA extraction, NovaSeq 6000 RNA‑Seq, and a comprehensive clinical report with interpreted resistance and virulence profiles. Direct insurance billing can be verified via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731; many UAE plans cover advanced molecular diagnostics when medically indicated.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
All personal data and genetic information collected during this testing process are safeguarded in accordance with Federal Decree‑Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields. Clinical safety and informed consent protocols are governed by Federal Decree‑Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Your privacy and safety remain our highest priority.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Bacterial Transcriptome Sequencing (RNA‑Seq) |
| Price (AED) | 2,500 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 5 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Total RNA from whole blood (PAXgene Blood RNA tube); alternative: tissue biopsy if clinically indicated |
| Methodology Used | Illumina NovaSeq 6000, paired‑end, rRNA depletion |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B96.89 (Other specified bacterial agents as cause of diseases classified elsewhere) |
| LOINC Code | 82168‑8 (Pathogen bacterial DNA [Presence] in Blood by NGS) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License No. 1143 | DNA Labs UAE | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
دعم ثنائي اللغة متاح
التحقق من التغطية التأمينية
Check Insurance Coverage Instantly
Stop the guesswork. Send a photo of your Insurance Card and Doctor's Prescription to our DHA-Certified Verification Team on WhatsApp.
توقف عن التخمين. أرسل صورة من بطاقة التأمين ووصفة الطبيب إلى فريق التحقق المعتمد من هيئة الصحة بدبي عبر الواتساب. احصل على تحديث الحالة في دقائق.
Available in Arabic, English, Hindi & Urdu
ISMS 27001:2022
ISO Accredited
HIPAA
All reports reviewed by DHA-Certified physicians