Test Price
6,500 AED✅ Home Collection Available
RNA Viral Metagenome Sequencing and Analysis in UAE | 6500 AED | DHA Licensed Lab
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
DNA Labs UAE introduces RNA Viral Metagenome Sequencing and Analysis, a comprehensive metagenomic next-generation sequencing (mNGS) test for detecting all RNA viruses in clinical or environmental specimens. Our facility is licensed by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA License No. 1143) and located at Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE, ensuring compliance with rigorous healthcare standards and supervised by our Consultant Medical Genetics team.
- ✓Accuracy Guarantee: 99.9% Diagnostic Sensitivity via ISO 9001:2015 accredited processing.
- ✓Premium Logistics: VIP Mobile Phlebotomy & Temperature-Controlled Cold-Chain Home Collection (Daily 8 AM to 11 PM).
- ✓Clinical Guidance: Telephonic Post-Test Clinical Guidance for result interpretation with a DHA-licensed physician.
- ✓Insurance: Direct Billing Verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
RNA Viral Metagenome Sequencing offers a panoramic view of all RNA viruses present in a clinical or environmental specimen, using shotgun metagenomic sequencing that captures full viral genomes without the need for prior target selection. This powerful tool enables clinicians and researchers to uncover novel viruses, co-infections, and emerging pathogens that conventional PCR panels would miss.
| Feature | Our Test | Closest Alternative (Multiplex PCR-Viral Panel) |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | Shotgun metagenomics >99.9% diagnostic sensitivity | ~90% sensitivity; limited to predefined targets |
| Method | Illumina NovaSeq X Plus; viral enrichment & de novo assembly | Real‑time PCR / multiplex qPCR |
| Speed | 8‑week TAT (comprehensive analysis) | Same‑day to 48 hours |
| Coverage | All known & novel RNA viruses | Limited to panel targets only |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
“As a Consultant Medical Genetics, I recognize that viral metagenomic data provides a powerful, unbiased snapshot of the virome. However, clinical context, epidemiological correlation, and confirmatory testing are essential for accurate interpretation. Our commitment at DNA Labs UAE is to deliver precise genomic insights with responsible clinical guidance.”
— Lina Osama Zaki Quteineh, Consultant Medical Genetics, DHA License No. 9294403
⚠️ Medication Warning & Safety Protocols
Do not discontinue any prescribed medication without consulting your treating physician. This test is intended for comprehensive diagnostic surveillance and research; it is not a substitute for acute clinical management.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Not suitable for point‑of‑care or emergency decision‑making.
- Patients with active bleeding diathesis or uncontrolled coagulopathy must inform the phlebotomist prior to sample collection.
- If you develop high fever (>39.5°C), severe respiratory distress, altered mental status, or any acute deterioration while awaiting results, seek urgent medical care without delay.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is RNA viral metagenome sequencing?
RNA viral metagenome sequencing identifies all RNA viruses in a sample by decoding their genetic material using cutting-edge next‑generation sequencing and bioinformatics, without requiring a pre‑specified list of targets. It is the gold standard for comprehensive viral detection, able to pinpoint co‑infections, mutant strains, and entirely novel viruses that would remain invisible to traditional PCR panels.
2. Why does the result take 8 weeks to be reported?
The 8‑week turnaround time is required for ultra‑deep sequencing, multi‑stage bioinformatic filtering, taxonomic assignment, and manual expert review by PhD molecular virologists and infectious disease pathologists, ensuring zero false‑positive calls and clinical‑grade accuracy.
3. Is home collection available everywhere in the UAE?
Yes, we offer ISO‑certified cold‑chain home collection across all seven emirates from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, including weekends and public holidays. A trained VIP mobile phlebotomist ensures safe handling of clinical or environmental samples with full chain‑of‑custody documentation.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
DNA Labs UAE strictly adheres to the UAE's premier data protection and healthcare informatics regulations. All clinical and personal data are processed and stored under the provisions of 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. Furthermore, clinical laboratory practices and patient safety protocols are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability. Patients retain full rights to data access, rectification, and erasure as defined by law.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | RNA Viral Metagenome Sequencing and Analysis |
| Price (AED) | 6500 |
| Turnaround Time | 8 weeks |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Nasopharyngeal swab, bronchoalveolar lavage, plasma, or environmental sample |
| Methodology Used | Shotgun metagenomics (Illumina NovaSeq X Plus) with viral enrichment & de novo assembly |
| ICD-10-CM Code | B34.9 - Unspecified viral infection |
| LOINC Code | 101895-5 - Viral RNA [Presence] in Specimen by Sequencing |
| DHA Facility License & Address | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE (DHA License No. 1143) |
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