Test Price
1,000 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) Viral Load Quantitative Test in UAE | 1000 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
✔ Accuracy Guarantee:
99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity achieved via ISO 9001:2015 accredited processing (Cert: INT/EGQ/2509DA/3139). Our DHA-licensed laboratory (Facility License: 1143) uses validated Real-Time PCR with LC‑MS/MS confirmation where indicated.
✔ Premium Logistics:
VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection — Available daily from 8 AM to 11 PM across the UAE.
✔ Clinical Guidance:
Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance in result interpretation by a senior physician to bridge the gap between laboratory data and patient care.
✔ Insurance:
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Test Overview & Methodology
The Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) Viral Load Quantitative Test quantifies hepatitis A RNA in whole blood, serum, plasma, or stool using highly sensitive Real‑Time PCR (qPCR). This test confirms active HAV replication and aids in monitoring therapeutic response.
| Feature | Our Test (HAV Viral Load qPCR) | Closest Alternative (HAV Antibody Serology) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | Quantitative RNA detection down to 10 IU/mL | Qualitative IgM/IgG antibody presence; no viral titre |
| Method | Real‑Time PCR (qPCR) with optional Whole Genome Sequencing | ELISA / Chemiluminescence Immunoassay |
| Speed | 24 hours by phone, 36 hours email (same or next‑day) | 1‑2 working days |
| Clinical Utility | Gold standard for active infection monitoring | Retrospective serological diagnosis only |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“A quantitative HAV viral load provides valuable information about active viral replication, but it should always be interpreted alongside liver enzyme levels, bilirubin, and the patient’s clinical presentation. As a DHA-licensed general practitioner, I emphasize that laboratory results are only one piece of the diagnostic puzzle. Please share all findings with your treating physician for comprehensive management.”
– Dr. Ajay Singh, DHA Registration ID: 36234132
⚠ Medication Advisory
Do not alter or discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor. Changing antiviral therapy or other drugs solely based on a single viral load measurement can be dangerous and is not recommended.
☝ Exclusion Criteria & ER Red Flags
- Exclusion Criteria: Patients with known coagulopathy (INR > 1.5), inability to provide informed consent, or current fulminant hepatic failure requiring ICU admission.
- Emergency Red Flags (seek immediate medical attention): Confusion or personality changes (hepatic encephalopathy), severe jaundice with vomiting, easy bruising/bleeding, sudden abdominal distension, or signs of acute liver failure.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What does a positive HAV viral load result mean?
A positive viral load signals active hepatitis A replication, confirming an acute infection that demands prompt clinical assessment and possibly longitudinal monitoring.
2. How soon can I get my results?
Results are available within 24 hours by phone and 36 hours via email, leveraging our ISO-certified rapid qPCR platform with assured turnaround times.
3. Is home sample collection safe and accredited?
Our DHA‑licensed phlebotomists use validated cold‑chain transport, guaranteeing sample stability from your home to our ISO 9001:2015 facility.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This service operates in full compliance 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 patient data is handled confidentially and in line with the highest privacy standards. Clinical testing safety and patient consent adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) Viral Load Quantitative Test |
| Price (AED) | 1,000 |
| Turnaround Time | 24–36 hours |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Whole Blood (EDTA), Serum, Plasma, or Stool |
| Methodology Used | Real-Time PCR (qPCR) with optional Whole Genome Sequencing |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B15.9, B15.0, Z20.4 |
| LOINC Code | 70241-4 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License: 1143 – Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE |
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