Price:
Rs. 2,440.00
Sample Type: EDTA BLOOD
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 Glycophorin A test used for?
This test helps detect red blood cell membrane variants and somatic mutations associated with bone marrow and hematologic disorders.
Why is EDTA blood required for this test?
EDTA preserves blood cells and prevents clotting, ensuring accurate detection of Glycophorin A variants.
Does this test help in radiation exposure assessment?
Yes, Glycophorin A mutation analysis is sometimes used as a biomarker for radiation-induced genomic damage.
Is fasting needed for the Glycophorin A test?
No fasting is required; the test can be done at any time of the day.
Can this test detect bone marrow abnormalities?
It may indicate genomic instability that can be associated with certain bone marrow disorders, aiding further evaluation.
How long does Metropolis Healthcare take to provide results?
Reports are typically available within a few days, depending on analysis complexity.
Is this test useful in routine screening?
No, it is generally ordered in special clinical scenarios where genomic instability or RBC membrane variants are suspected.