Test Price
1,200 AEDโ Home Collection Available
TB Final Diagnosis Test in UAE | 1200 AED | DHA-Compliant Diagnostic Panel
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity via ISO 15189-accredited multi-platform processing (Real-Time PCR + Liquid Culture + Whole Genome Sequencing).
- Clinical Indication: Definitive tuberculosis diagnosis, including drug resistance profiling, for symptomatic patients with suspected active pulmonary or extra-pulmonary TB.
- Collection Method: Hospital extraction only โ sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- Post-Test Guidance: Telephonic clinical consultation for result interpretation and next-step management.
- Insurance & Billing: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731 (8 AM โ 11 PM, 7 days).
Test Overview & Methodology
The TB Final Diagnosis Test is a comprehensive multi-platform assay combining rapid molecular detection (Real-Time PCR), gold-standard liquid culture with MALDI-TOF microbial identification, and whole genome sequencing for drug resistance profiling. This integrated approach delivers definitive tuberculosis diagnosis with superior sensitivity compared to conventional smear microscopy, in full compliance with DHA diagnostic guidelines.
| Feature | TB Final Diagnosis Test | Basic Smear / Solid Culture |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Sensitivity | >99.9% (PCR + culture combined); WGS detects resistance | ~60โ70%; no drug resistance identification |
| Methodology | Real-Time PCR + MGIT Liquid Culture + MALDI-TOF + Whole Genome Sequencing | Smear microscopy + Lowenstein-Jensen solid culture |
| Turnaround Time | Preliminary PCR: 1โ2 days; final culture & WGS: up to 6 weeks (positive results communicated telephonically within 2โ42 days) | Smear: same day; culture: 6โ8 weeks; no molecular data |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Dr. Ajay Singh | General Practitioner | DHA Registration ID: 36234132
"The TB Final Diagnosis Panel must be interpreted alongside clinical presentation, chest imaging findings, and epidemiological risk factors. A negative PCR result does not exclude tuberculosis if clinical suspicion remains high; liquid culture remains the diagnostic gold standard. Always correlate with DHA-mandated contact tracing and infection control protocols."
Advisory: Do Not Interrupt Prescribed Therapy
Do not discontinue any prescribed anti-tubercular therapy or other medications without consulting your doctor. Abrupt cessation can lead to acquired drug resistance, treatment failure, and disease relapse.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria: Inability to produce a sputum sample after induction; contraindication to invasive sampling (e.g., severe coagulopathy for pleural fluid or CSF); known active bleeding disorder interfering with specimen collection.
- Emergency Red Flags: Hemoptysis exceeding 100 mL, severe dyspnea with oxygen saturation below 90%, altered mental status, sudden visual changes (suspected ocular TB), or signs of disseminated TB with multi-organ failure. Seek immediate care at your nearest hospital emergency department.
- Pediatric Note: For minors, sample collection must be performed in the presence of a legal guardian. Consent protocols follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability and MOHAP child protection guidelines.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. How accurate is the TB Final Diagnosis Test for detecting active tuberculosis?
The test achieves 99.9% diagnostic sensitivity by combining real-time PCR with liquid culture and whole genome sequencing, delivering results far superior to conventional smear microscopy. Positive results are confirmed genomically to identify drug-resistant strains, providing comprehensive data for tailored therapy.
2. What sample types are accepted, and is fasting required?
A wide range of specimens can be tested: sputum, urine, bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), pleural fluid, ascitic fluid, tissue biopsies, and bone marrow. No fasting is required for most specimen types, though gastric lavage may require overnight fasting. All specimens are collected exclusively in hospital settings per safety protocols.
3. How long does it take to receive results?
Preliminary PCR results are available within 1โ2 days. Final culture and whole genome sequencing results require up to 6 weeks due to the growth characteristics of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Clinically significant positive results are communicated telephonically as soon as they become available, typically between 2 and 42 days.
4. Can this test distinguish between latent and active TB infection?
This test is designed for the diagnosis of active tuberculosis through direct detection of the pathogen in clinical specimens. It is not intended for latent TB screening. For latent TB assessment, your physician may recommend an IGRA blood test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold Plus) or tuberculin skin test as clinically indicated.
5. Does my health insurance cover the cost of this test?
Coverage varies by insurance provider and policy. Our billing team can verify your direct billing eligibility via WhatsApp at +971 54 548 8731. Please have your insurance card and policy number ready for verification. We accept all major UAE health insurance plans.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
Regulatory Compliance & Data Protection
This laboratory operates under DHA Facility License Number 1143 and adheres to Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) for all patient data processing. Health information handling complies with Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields. Clinical testing and patient consent procedures follow Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. The facility is ISO 9001:2015 certified (Certificate: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139).
For insurance billing verification or technical inquiries, contact +971 54 548 8731 (WhatsApp) during operational hours: 8 AM โ 11 PM, 7 days a week.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | TB Final Diagnosis Panel (PCR + Liquid Culture + MALDI-TOF + WGS) |
| Price (AED) | 1,200 |
| Turnaround Time | Preliminary PCR: 1โ2 days; Final Culture & WGS: up to 6 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Sputum, BAL, CSF, pleural fluid, ascitic fluid, tissue biopsy, bone marrow โ Hospital Extraction Only: Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety. |
| Methodology Used | Real-Time PCR + MGIT Liquid Culture + MALDI-TOF Mass Spectrometry + Whole Genome Sequencing |
| ICD-10-CM Code | A15.0 (Tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by microscopy), A15.1, A15.2, A15.3, A15.4, A15.5, A15.6, A15.7, A15.8, A15.9 |
| LOINC Code | 74855-9 (Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex DNA [Presence] in Respiratory specimen by NAA with probe detection) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | Corporate Lab: DNA Labs UAE |
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