Price:
Rs. 6,570.00
Sample Type: EDTA PLASMA
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 Glycine Quantitative test measure?
It measures the exact concentration of glycine in EDTA plasma to assess metabolic and amino acid disorders.
How does Metropolis Healthcare perform this test?
Metropolis Healthcare uses advanced biochemical techniques such as HPLC or mass spectrometry for accurate amino acid quantification.
Who should consider this test?
Infants or individuals with unexplained seizures, metabolic acidosis, developmental delays, or suspected metabolic disorders.
What sample is required?
An EDTA plasma sample is required for glycine measurement.
Is any preparation needed before this test?
Fasting may be advised depending on the clinician’s instructions, but it is not always mandatory.
How long do results take at Metropolis Healthcare?
Results are usually available within a few working days based on laboratory processing.
How do the results help?
They assist in diagnosing amino acid metabolism disorders and guide further metabolic and genetic evaluation.
Can this test be used for monitoring treatment?
Yes, Metropolis Healthcare can use serial glycine levels to monitor response to therapy in metabolic conditions