Dubai Central Laboratory has developed an artifi-cial intelligence technology able to detect Le-gionella pulmonary bacteria, the first of its type in the Middle East region, the Emirates News Agency reported on Sunday.
The system works by pinpointing live colonies of the bacteria, which causes a variety of acute respiratory infections, and delivers examination results with an accuracy rate in quantifying bacterial counts of 99 percent, the report said.
The technology also streamlines work processes by reducing reliance on laboratory supplies, leading to faster completion times. “This revolutionary method of detecting Le-gionella 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,” Hind Mahmoud Ahmed, director of the Dubai Central Laboratory Department, said.
“The technology is very accurate and quick to produce results, typically needing 48 hours as opposed to the 14 days that traditional methods require.” Laboratories conduct more than 100,000 tests every year to ensure the safety of various goods sold in Dubai.—APP
