HMPV BY PCR

The HMPV BY PCR test is a molecular assay that detects the presence of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) RNA in respiratory specimens using real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR). This highly sensitive and specific method identifies active infection, helping clinicians distinguish HMPV from other respiratory viruses such as influenza and SARS‑CoV‑2.

This test is particularly useful for diagnosing acute respiratory illness in infants, young children, older adults, and immunocompromised patients, and it supports timely clinical and infection‑control decisions. With convenient at‑home sample collection across Dubai and the UAE, samples are collected by trained staff and sent to accredited laboratories for fast, reliable reporting to your clinician.

• Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) RNA
• Qualitative result (Positive / Negative)
• Cycle threshold (Ct) value (if reported)
• Sample type: Nasopharyngeal / Combined nasal–throat swab

• Acute respiratory symptoms such as fever, cough, wheeze or shortness of breath
• Infants or young children with bronchiolitis or pneumonia symptoms
• Elderly or immunocompromised patients with worsening respiratory status
• Following close contact with a confirmed HMPV case or during a local outbreak
• Prior to hospital admission or when guiding antiviral/antibiotic and isolation decisions

• Accurate, PCR‑based detection with high sensitivity and specificity
• Convenient at‑home specimen collection across Dubai and the UAE
• Rapid laboratory turnaround to support timely treatment and infection control
• Reduces exposure risk by avoiding clinic or hospital visits
• Suitable for all ages, including infants and older adults

• At‑home nasopharyngeal or combined nasal–throat swab collected by a trained technician
• Provide accurate symptom onset date and any recent antiviral or immunosuppressive therapy
• Patient must be available at the scheduled appointment; no fasting required
• Valid Emirates ID or passport for sample registration and result delivery