Price:
Rs. 6,000.00
Sample Type: SERUM
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 KL-6 test detect?
It measures KL-6 protein levels, reflecting alveolar epithelial cell damage in interstitial lung disease.
Who should undergo this test?
Patients with suspected or diagnosed ILD, pulmonary fibrosis, or unexplained respiratory symptoms.
Is fasting required?
Fasting is generally not required.
What sample is needed?
A serum sample collected from a blood draw.
How does Metropolis Healthcare perform this test?
Using high-sensitivity immunoassays for precise measurement of KL-6 levels.
Can medications affect KL-6 levels?
Certain treatments or anti-fibrotic therapies may influence KL-6 concentration.
How are the results used?
To assess disease activity, monitor treatment response, and support prognosis in lung disease patients