Price:
Rs. 470.00
Sample Type: Dried blood spot
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 does the IRT neonatal screen include at Metropolis Healthcare?
It includes measurement of immunoreactive trypsinogen levels from a newborn sample.
How does Metropolis Healthcare perform this screen?
Metropolis Healthcare uses sensitive and validated screening assays with strict quality controls.
Why is this screening important?
It helps detect cystic fibrosis early, allowing timely intervention and better health outcomes.
Who should undergo this screening at Metropolis Healthcare?
All newborns as part of routine newborn screening or as advised by clinicians.
Do I need special preparation for this test?
No special preparation is required; the test uses a standard newborn screening sample.
What happens if IRT levels are high?
Metropolis Healthcare advises confirmatory genetic testing and clinical evaluation.
How soon can results be expected from Metropolis Healthcare?
Results are typically available within the standard neonatal screening turnaround time.
Is this test a definitive diagnosis at Metropolis Healthcare?
No, it is a screening test; high results require further diagnostic testing.