Price:
Rs. 1,350.00
Sample Type: CSF
Fasting Not Required
Booking Procedure:
- Technician from Metropolis will be assigned for a home sample collection after booking confirmation.
- Sample will be collected by our technician at your address at given slot.
- You can make the payment to the technician at the time of collection
- Your sample will then be transported to the nearest collection center and will be centrifuged before sending to the lab for processing.
- Soft copy reports will be sent to your email address within 24 to 48 hours or as per defined TAT for Tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
What is the Albumin, CSF Test?
This test measures the amount of albumin in cerebrospinal fluid to help assess the integrity of the blood-brain barrier and detect neurological or inflammatory conditions.
Why is this test important?
It helps in the diagnosis of central nervous system disorders such as meningitis, encephalitis, multiple sclerosis, and other diseases that disrupt the blood-brain barrier.
Who should undergo this test?
Patients with symptoms like persistent headaches, neck stiffness, seizures, altered consciousness, or suspected CNS infections are advised to undergo this test.
How is the test performed?
A CSF sample is collected through a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) and analyzed at Metropolis Healthcare using sensitive biochemical methods to determine albumin concentration.
What do the results indicate?
Elevated albumin levels in CSF may indicate increased permeability of the blood-brain barrier due to infection, inflammation, or neurological disease. Normal levels suggest an intact barrier and healthy CNS function.
Are there any risks associated with the test?
The albumin analysis itself is safe. The lumbar puncture procedure may cause mild back pain, headache, or dizziness in rare cases.
Why choose Metropolis Healthcare for this test?
Metropolis Healthcare offers accurate, reliable, and timely CSF analysis using advanced instrumentation and expert evaluation to support precise neurological diagnosis and treatment planning.