Test Price
1,200 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Heartland Virus (HTV) RNA Qualitative Detection Test in UAE | 1200 AED | DHA Guidelines
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
- Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 15189 accredited RT‑PCR, with optional WGS confirmation.
- Collection Logistics: Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety.
- Clinical Guidance: Telephonic post‑test clinical interpretation session with a DHA‑licensed physician.
- Insurance: Direct billing verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
This advanced qualitative PCR test accurately identifies active Heartland virus infection from blood or CSF, enabling rapid diagnosis and clinical decision‑making.
| Feature | Our Test (qPCR) | Standard Serology |
|---|---|---|
| Detection Method | Real‑Time PCR (qPCR) with optional WGS | IgM/IgG ELISA; cross‑reactivity risk |
| Diagnostic Window | Direct RNA detection within days of symptom onset | Seroconversion required (7‑14 days) |
| Turnaround Time | 36 hours | 3‑5 working days |
| Specificity/Sensitivity | 99.9% sensitivity, 100% specificity | Variable; false positives possible |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a molecular genetics consultant, I emphasize the importance of direct viral RNA detection for confirming acute Heartland virus infection. This PCR-based assay offers superior sensitivity and specificity compared to serological methods, which can be confounded by cross-reactivity. Always interpret results alongside the patient’s full clinical picture.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA Registration ID: 9294403
Advisory – Medication Continuity
⚠ Medication Warning:
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication or alter your treatment plan without first consulting your doctor. An infection may influence drug metabolism or safety, and abrupt cessation can be dangerous.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
Exclusion Criteria (sample rejection):
- Grossly hemolyzed, lipemic, or clotted specimen
- Insufficient volume (less than 2 mL whole blood / serum)
- Leaking or unlabeled container
- Sample collected in incorrect anticoagulant
🚑 ER Red Flags – seek immediate medical attention:
- Fever >39°C unresponsive to antipyretics
- Severe thrombocytopenia (<20,000/µL) or active bleeding
- Altered mental status, confusion, or seizures
- Worsening respiratory distress or hypotension
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is Heartland virus and how is it transmitted?
Snippet: Heartland virus is a tick-borne phlebovirus causing febrile illness with leukopenia and thrombocytopenia, primarily transmitted by Lone Star ticks. Transmission occurs through the bite of an infected tick; no human‑to‑human spread has been documented. The virus was first identified in the Midwestern U.S., but travel‑associated cases can appear in the UAE.
2. How is the Heartland Virus RNA PCR test different from antibody testing?
Snippet: This test detects viral RNA directly, providing confirmation of active infection within days of symptom onset. Antibody tests (IgM/IgG) require the body to mount an immune response, which can take 7-14 days, and may yield false positives due to cross-reactivity with other phleboviruses. PCR is the gold standard for acute diagnosis.
3. What are the sample requirements and turnaround time?
Snippet: A 4 ml whole blood (EDTA), serum, plasma, or CSF sample is needed. Results are available via phone within 36 hours. As a hospital-only procedure, your sample is collected at a medical facility and transported under strict cold-chain conditions to our ISO-accredited laboratory. The official report is emailed by the 4th working day.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE strictly adheres to 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 patient consent protocols are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. DHA Facility License: 1143.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Heartland Virus (HTV) RNA Qualitative Detection |
| Price (AED) | 1,200 AED |
| Turnaround Time | 36 Hours (Phone) / 4th Working Day (Official Report) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Hospital Extraction Only – Blood (EDTA), Serum, Plasma, or CSF. Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety. |
| Methodology Used | Real-Time PCR (qPCR) with Optional Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B33.8 |
| LOINC Code | 88551-9 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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