Price:
Rs. 4,260.00
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 does this test detect?
It identifies Japanese Encephalitis Virus RNA in the blood, indicating active infection.
Who should undergo this test?
Patients with fever, neurological symptoms, or suspected exposure in endemic areas.
Is fasting required?
No fasting is required.
What sample is needed?
An EDTA blood sample for real-time PCR analysis.
How does Metropolis Healthcare perform this test?
Using sensitive RT PCR techniques for rapid and accurate detection of viral RNA.
Can this test detect past infections?
No, it detects active infection only during the viremic phase.
Are additional tests recommended?
Metropolis Healthcare may suggest serological testing for JEV IgM antibodies to confirm the infection stage.
How long does it take to get results?
Results are typically available within 2–4 days depending on sample processing