Price:
Rs. 3,430.00
Sample Type: CVS
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 include?
It detects VZV genetic material directly from a CVS sample using advanced RT-PCR technology.
How does Metropolis Healthcare perform this test?
Metropolis Healthcare uses high-sensitivity real-time PCR platforms with strict contamination control to ensure accurate fetal infection detection.
Who should undergo this test?
Pregnant women with suspected VZV exposure, maternal VZV infection, or ultrasound findings suggestive of congenital varicella syndrome.
Is fasting required for this test?
No. This test is performed on a CVS sample collected by a fetal medicine specialist.
Why is this test important?
It helps detect in-utero VZV infection early, aiding in the assessment of fetal risks and guiding prenatal management.
How long does Metropolis Healthcare take to provide results?
Reports are generally available as per the standard molecular testing turnaround time at Metropolis Healthcare.
Can maternal medications affect this test?
Antiviral medications may reduce viral load, but PCR can still detect even low levels of viral DNA.
Is CVS testing safe?
CVS sampling carries a small procedural risk and should be performed by an experienced specialist.