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Virology Tests in Dubai & UAE
Investigations in this area, with the specimen type, turnaround time and listed price for each option — so you and your clinician can compare before you book.
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Virology investigations
All 23 investigations in this category are listed below.
| Test | What it measures | Specimen | Turnaround | Price | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCHF (Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever) RNA Detection, Qualitative Test TEST-970 LOINC LP142397-0 | This test detects the presence of Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever virus RNA in patient samples. | Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma, or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) | 36 hours (telephone) / 48 hours (email) | 700.00 AED | Details |
| Choclo Virus Viral Load Quantitative Test TEST-967 LOINC 103903-3 | This diagnostic test directly measures the amount of Choclo hantavirus RNA present in a patient's sample, providing a quantitative assessment of viral... | Serum or Plasma (peripheral blood) | Critical result phoned within 24 hours; official report by email within 36 hours | 1,200.00 AED | Details |
| Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) Virus RNA Detection (Qualitative) Test TEST-1018 LOINC 94461-6 | This test detects the genetic material (RNA) of the Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever virus in patient samples. | Whole blood, serum, plasma (home collection available); cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) – hospital extraction only | Phone: 36 hours / Email: 4 working days | 1,200.00 AED | Details |
| Dengue RNA Qualitative Test TEST-926 LOINC 9829-0 | This test detects the presence of dengue virus RNA in patient samples. | Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma, CSF | 36 hours (email); 24 hours (urgent phone) | 600.00 AED | Details |
| Dengue Typing 1/2/3/4 (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test TEST-936 LOINC 95207-6 | This test detects the presence of viral RNA from all four dengue virus serotypes (DENV-1, DENV-2, DENV-3, DENV-4) in a patient sample. | Blood, Serum, Plasma (VIP Home Collection available); CSF (Hospital Extraction Only) | 24–36 hours (phone/email) | 1,200.00 AED | Details |
| Enterovirus (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test TEST-927 LOINC 10509-9 | This test identifies the presence or absence of enterovirus RNA in patient samples using Real-Time PCR. | Whole blood, serum, plasma, stool, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) | 24 hours (phone) / 36 hours (email) | 950.00 AED | Details |
| Epstein-Barr Virus Qualitative PCR Test TEST-1614 LOINC 31721-3 | This diagnostic test evaluates the presence of active Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) DNA in whole blood. | Whole Blood (Peripheral Venipuncture) | 2–3 working days | 600.00 AED | Details |
| Epstein-Barr Virus Quantitative PCR Test TEST-1620 LOINC 27395-3 | This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of Epstein-Barr Virus DNA in the blood. | Peripheral Whole Blood (Plasma / Serum) | 2–3 Working Days | 750.00 AED | Details |
| H7N7 and Influenza A RNA Detection Qualitative Test TEST-843 LOINC 34487-9 | This test detects the presence of RNA from H7N7 avian influenza virus and other Influenza A subtypes using real-time PCR with whole genome sequencing... | Respiratory Swab (Nasopharyngeal/Oropharyngeal) | Preliminary: 36 hours (phone) / Final Report: 4th Working Day | 1,100.00 AED | Details |
| H7N9 & Influenza A (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test TEST-838 LOINC 41401-6 | This test detects the presence of H7N9 avian influenza and influenza A viral RNA in respiratory specimens. | Nasal swab, throat swab | Email: 48 hours / Phone: 36 hours | 1,100.00 AED | Details |
| Human Herpes Virus 7 (HHV‑7) Qualitative PCR Test TEST-1674 LOINC 34518-1 | This diagnostic test evaluates the presence of Human Herpes Virus 7 (HHV‑7) DNA in patient samples. | Whole blood (2 mL, refrigerated) or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF – hospital extraction only) | 2–4 working days (Mon/Thu collection) | 650.00 AED | Details |
| Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) A & B RNA Detection Qualitative Test TEST-729 LOINC 82177-7 | This test detects the presence of Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) RNA in a respiratory sample and differentiates between subtypes A and B. | Respiratory Specimen (Nasopharyngeal Swab, Bronchoalveolar Lavage, or Tracheal Aspirate) | Preliminary phone alert within 36 hours; official detailed email report within 48 hours. | 1,100.00 AED | Details |
| Immunohistochemistry Polyoma BK Virus (SV40) Test TEST-2068 LOINC 69061-0 | This test detects the presence of BK virus large T-antigen in kidney tissue biopsies. | Archival Tissue Specimen — Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded (FFPE) Kidney Biopsy Block or Unstained Slides | 5–7 working days | 600.00 AED | Details |
| Influenza A (RNA Detection), Qualitative Test TEST-796 LOINC 92141-2 | This diagnostic test detects the presence of Influenza A viral RNA in a nasopharyngeal sample. | Nasopharyngeal Swab (NP Swab) | Phone notification within 24 hours; formal report within 36 hours | 550.00 AED | Details |
| JC and BK Virus DNA/RNA Qualitative PCR Test TEST-784 LOINC 33939-7 | This diagnostic test evaluates the presence of genetic material (DNA and RNA) from JC and BK polyomaviruses in various patient samples. | Blood (serum/plasma), urine, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), biopsy tissue | Email report in 36 hours; verbal results in 24 hours | 700.00 AED | Details |
| JC/BK Virus Quantitative Viral Load Test TEST-782 LOINC 42375-4 | This diagnostic test evaluates the quantity of JC and BK polyomavirus DNA in various biological specimens. | Whole Blood, Serum, Plasma, Urine, CSF, Biopsy Tissue | 24–36 hours | 1,000.00 AED | Details |
| Metapneumovirus Viral Load Quantitative Test TEST-726 LOINC 82159-6 | This test quantifies the amount of human metapneumovirus (hMPV) genetic material in a respiratory sample. | Nasopharyngeal Swab or Sputum | 24–36 hours (Urgent phone: 24h; Email: 36h) | 1,000.00 AED | Details |
| RSV B (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test TEST-626 LOINC 76081-6 | This test detects the presence of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Type B RNA in a sample. | Nasopharyngeal Swab (Viral Transport Medium) | 36 hours (phone) / 48 hours (email) | 700.00 AED | Details |
| Rubella RNA Detection Qualitative Test TEST-653 LOINC 31518-9 | This test detects the genetic material (RNA) of the rubella virus, confirming an active infection. | Blood, Urine, Respiratory Swab, or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) | 24–36 hours (phone result); 3 working days (formal report) | 750.00 AED | Details |
| SARS-CoV-2 RNA Qualitative RT-PCR Test TEST-621 LOINC 94531-1 | This diagnostic test evaluates for the presence of SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA in respiratory specimens. | Bronchial Swab / Bronchial Lavage | 24 hours (phone) / 3 working days (email) | 900.00 AED | Details |
| Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) RNA Detection Qualitative Test TEST-560 LOINC 10479-3 | This test detects the presence of Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) RNA in a clinical sample. | Vesicular swab, scab, CSF, or tissue | 36–48 hours | 700.00 AED | Details |
| Varicella Zoster Virus Qualitative PCR Test TEST-1063 LOINC 94640-8 | This test detects the presence of Varicella Zoster Virus DNA in a blood sample, indicating an active infection or reactivation. | Peripheral Whole Blood (Serum/Plasma) | 2–3 Days | 900.00 AED | Details |
| Zika Virus RNA Detection Qualitative Test TEST-552 LOINC 80588-4 | This test detects the presence of Zika virus RNA, indicating an active infection. | Serum, plasma, whole blood, CSF, urine, amniotic fluid, tissue | Phone result in 36 hours; email 48 hrs | 1,100.00 AED | Details |
Clinical overview
About Virology
Before your appointment
Preparation & sample collection
Follow the instructions you are given
Fasting, timing and medicine restrictions differ between investigations. The instructions for your specific request are confirmed when you book.
Bring your identification
A valid photo ID is required at collection so that your sample is matched correctly to your record.
Tell us about medicines
Prescription medicines, supplements and recent procedures can affect how an investigation is scheduled or interpreted — please mention them.
Ask before collection
If anything about preparation is unclear, contact us before your appointment. Preparation errors can affect reporting times.
Patient information
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about Virology testing at DNA Labs UAE. This information is general and does not replace advice from your treating clinician.
How do I choose the right Virology test?
The correct investigation depends on what your clinician is trying to establish. Review the specimen type and turnaround time below, then confirm the choice with your treating doctor before booking.
What specimen is required?
Specimen requirements are listed for each investigation. If a request involves more than one sample type, our team will confirm what is needed at the time of booking.
Do you offer home sample collection in Dubai and the UAE?
Yes. Home collection can be arranged across Dubai and the wider UAE. Availability and appointment windows vary by location, so please confirm when you book.
How long do results take?
Turnaround depends on the investigation and the method used. The expected reporting time is confirmed with you before collection.
Is there anything I need to do before sample collection?
Some investigations require fasting, a specific collection time, or avoiding certain medicines or activities. Preparation details are shared when you book — please follow them and ask if anything is unclear.
How will I receive my report?
Reports are issued as secure digital documents and can be shared with your referring clinician on request. Please review results with a qualified clinician who can interpret them in context.
About this clinical information
The information on this Virology page describes laboratory investigations in general terms. It is written to help you understand what an investigation involves — it is not a diagnosis and it is not a substitute for advice from your treating clinician.
- Investigation names, specimen types and listed prices are reviewed against laboratory records.
- Preparation guidance is indicative — confirm test-specific instructions before collection.
- Content is updated when investigations, methods or reporting formats change.
- Results are released to the patient and, on request, shared with the referring clinician.
Medical disclaimer: This page is for general information and education only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and it does not replace a consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Always seek the advice of your doctor or another qualified provider with any questions about a medical condition or before ordering a test.
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