Test Price
650 AEDโ Home Collection Available
GeneXpert MTB/RIF Combo Test in Dubai | 650 AED | DNA Labs UAE
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO Accredited Processing (ISO 9001:2015 Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
Premium Logistics: Hospital-based extraction protocol strictly enforced. No mobile home phlebotomy for this assay.
Clinical Guidance: Telephonic post-test clinical guidance available for result interpretation.
Insurance: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Corporate Lab: DNA Labs UAE, DHA Licensed (No. 1143), Dubai Healthcare City.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Xpert MTB/RIF Combo Test is a rapid, cartridge-based molecular assay that simultaneously detects Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex DNA and assesses genetic mutations associated with rifampicin resistance. Results are generated within approximately 2 hours, enabling immediate clinical decision-making for TB management and infection control.
| Feature | Our Test (GeneXpert Combo) | Conventional Culture + DST |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Automated Real-Time PCR (qPCR) with fluorescence | Liquid/Solid Culture + Phenotypic DST |
| Turnaround Time | 2 hours (Interim), 24 hours (Final Confirmed) | 4 โ 6 weeks |
| Simultaneous RIF Resistance | Yes | No (separate DST required) |
| Sample Types | Sputum, BAL, CSF, Body Fluids, Tissue | Limited (requires viable bacilli) |
| Sensitivity (Sputum) | 99.9% | 80 โ 90% |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
โAs a General Practitioner specializing in infectious disease diagnostics, I recognize the critical importance of rapid TB identification. The GeneXpert MTB/RIF assay provides definitive molecular insight within hours, but positive results must always be correlated with clinical presentation, chest imaging, and formal DOTS program enrollment. Patients must never adjust or cease anti-tubercular therapy without explicit medical consultation.โ
โ Dr. Ajay Singh, General Practitioner | DHA Registration ID: 36234132
Medication Safety Advisory
DO NOT discontinue or modify prescribed anti-tubercular therapy without direct oversight from your managing physician. Abrupt cessation of treatment risks clinical deterioration and the development of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB).
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Hospital Extraction Only: Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- Specimen Rejection Criteria: Improperly labeled samples, insufficient volume, or deviation from required cold-chain protocols will result in specimen rejection.
- Emergency Red Flags: Hemoptysis exceeding 30 mL, severe respiratory distress, high-grade fever with altered consciousness, or acute chest pain require immediate emergency department evaluation. Do not wait for test results under these circumstances.
- Pediatric Consideration: Test is safe for minors when clinically indicated. A negative result in a child with strong clinical suspicion must be followed by comprehensive clinical and radiographic reassessment.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the GeneXpert MTB/RIF Combo Test?
It is a rapid molecular diagnostic test that detects the genetic material of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacterium that causes tuberculosis (TB), and simultaneously identifies genetic mutations associated with resistance to rifampicin, one of the core first-line anti-TB drugs.
2. Can I collect my sample at home?
No. Due to the invasive nature of the required specimen types (such as CSF, BAL, or tissue biopsy), collection is restricted to accredited hospital or clinical settings to ensure patient safety and specimen integrity.
3. How accurate is the test?
The test demonstrates a diagnostic sensitivity exceeding 99.9% for smear-positive pulmonary TB in sputum samples and high sensitivity for extrapulmonary samples. Specificity for detecting rifampicin resistance-associated mutations is similarly high, making it a critical tool for guiding effective therapy.
4. What is the turnaround time for results?
Initial results are typically available within 2 hours of sample receipt in the laboratory. A final confirmed report is issued within 24 hours.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE strictly complies 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. All clinical data is securely encrypted and processed exclusively within the UAE infrastructure. Laboratory operations adhere to DHA standards and ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). Clinical safety and patient consent protocols align with Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | GeneXpert MTB/RIF Combo Test |
| Price (AED) | 650 |
| Turnaround Time | 2 hours (Interim), 24 hours (Final Confirmed) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Sputum, Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL), CSF, Body Fluids, Tissue Biopsy |
| Methodology Used | Automated Real-Time PCR (qPCR) with Fluorescence Detection |
| ICD-10-CM Code | A15.0, A15.1, A15.2, A15.3, A15.4, A15.5, A15.6, A15.7, A15.8, A15.9, U84.3 |
| LOINC Code | 55221-0 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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