HUMAN NOROVIRUS (G1/G2) BY PCR

The HUMAN NOROVIRUS (G1/G2) BY PCR is a molecular diagnostic test that detects RNA from Human Norovirus genogroups I and II using real-time polymerase chain reaction. It delivers highly sensitive and specific qualitative results (with cycle threshold information where applicable) from stool or rectal swab samples collected at home in Dubai. Early and accurate identification supports timely clinical management, targeted infection control, and rapid public health response to limit transmission and outbreaks.

• Human Norovirus (Genogroup I) — RNA (PCR)
• Human Norovirus (Genogroup II) — RNA (PCR)
• Qualitative Result (Detected / Not Detected)
• Cycle Threshold (Ct) value — semi-quantitative indicator

• Sudden onset vomiting and/or acute watery diarrhoea
• Suspected cluster or outbreak in household, school, workplace, or healthcare setting
• After a suspected foodborne contamination event or meal-related illness
• Severe, prolonged, or recurrent gastrointestinal symptoms in infants, elderly, or immunocompromised patients
• Screening before return to food handling or healthcare duties following symptomatic illness

• High-sensitivity PCR detection for genogroups G1 and G2
• Convenient at-home stool or rectal swab collection with Dubai-based sample pick-up
• Rapid laboratory turnaround to support timely clinical and public health decisions
• Supports outbreak investigation and containment in community or institutional settings
• Results formatted for local reporting and clinical follow-up in the UAE

• Preferred sample: fresh stool sample collected within 48–72 hours of symptom onset (rectal swab if stool unavailable)
• Keep specimen refrigerated (2–8°C) and ensure prompt courier pick-up for delivery to the lab in Dubai
• No fasting required; provide accurate patient identification and date/time of symptom onset
• At-home collection requires consent and clear labelling; results may be reported to UAE public health authorities as required