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Dubai Central Laboratory Implements

AI-Based Technology To Detect

Legionella' Bacteria

Date
5/12/2024 5:12:05 AM

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(MENAFN- Dubai PR Network)
• Up to 99 per cent accuracy in quantitative detection of bacterial counts
• Procedure is supported by an integrated technological system operates by
the laboratory, which encompasses 5,000 advanced technologies and
devices
Hind Mahmoud Ahmed :
'The technology is extremely precise and prompt, generating results in 48 hours
against the standard 14-day processes.'
“Microbiological analysis laboratories carry out more than 100,000 tests per year”
Dubai, UAE, May 12, 2024,
Dubai Central Laboratory, affiliated with Dubai Municipality has implemented a
new artificial intelligence (AI) technology which is the first in the region to
seamlessly detect Legionella pulmonary bacteria, a form of bacteria that causes
several acute respiratory infections.
The method is both accurate and sustainable in identifying live colonies of this
type of bacteria. It also shows the results of the examination in specific
concentrations from the specimen, accurately quantifying the bacterial counts to
99 per cent of the time. This also leads to faster completion rate of the work due
to fewer requirements for laboratory supplies.
Eng . Hind Mahmoud Ahmed, Director of the Dubai Central Laboratory
Department , underscored Dubai Municipality's commitment towards
developing digital infrastructure for its laboratories and equipping them with
cutting-edge systems that improve the overall effectiveness of the Emirate's
health and safety system. The latest move furthers the Municipality's objective of
developing and implementing globally recognized standards for laboratory and
calibration certificates, as well as safeguarding public health and wellness.
Eng. Hind commented , 'This revolutionary method of detecting the Legionella
pulmonary bacteria is among the latest to be accredited globally by the
European Water Testing Network. It also has a certificate of recognition from
AOAC International. The technology is very accurate and quick to produce results,
typically needing 48 hours as opposed to the 14 days that traditional methods
require.'
In addition, the Acting Director of the Dubai Central Laboratory Department
stated that more than 100,000 tests are carried out yearly by microbiological
analysis laboratories on a variety of food types, environmental water, and
consumer products (ISO/IEC 17025:2017) to guarantee the safety of goods sold in
Dubai markets. It also entails the use of research and development studies for
diverse microbiological examinations, assuring that laboratories have the
capacity to respond promptly to various kinds of circumstances.

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