Molecular Biology methods are becoming increasingly popular for pathogen identification as they can overcomes problem involved with conventional microbiology.The use of molecular biology based methods derives from the premise that each species of pathogen carries a unique DNA or RNA signature that makes it different from other organisms.

Among the various PCR strategies available, those based on monitoring the amplification reaction in real time are probably the most promising. They are increasingly used for rapid, sensitive, and specific detection of microbes.

MBG offers several different assays using DNA technology to detect various pathogenic bacteria, viruses and parasites from different biological samples. For instance, detection of Mycobacteria, Foot and Mouth Disease virus, H5N1 avian influenza virus, B. mallei, and Brucella species.

Swine flu (Influenza A (H1N1)) is the most recent pandemic to hit the world. MBG Lab is the first center to carry out H1N1 testing, through Real-Time PCR, in the UAE. Since May 2009, we have tested over 10,000 samples and are the only center in Dubai with the essential technology and expertise to provide H1N1 diagnostic services..

Details of assays, sample types and service fees offered by MBG LAB can be found in Customer Info section.