Price:
Rs. 9,010.00
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 purpose of this test?
This test determines whether a person carries the HLA-B*1502 gene variant associated with severe skin reactions to carbamazepine.
Who should undergo this test?
Patients who are prescribed carbamazepine for epilepsy, neuropathic pain, or psychiatric conditions, especially those of Asian ancestry where the gene frequency is higher.
How is the test performed?
A blood sample collected in an EDTA tube is analyzed using Next-Generation Sequencing technology to detect the HLA-B*1502 allele.
What does a positive result indicate?
A positive result indicates increased risk of developing SJS/TEN if treated with carbamazepine, and alternative medications are recommended.
Is fasting required for this test?
No, fasting is not required