Price:
Rs. 540.00
Sample Type: DRIED BLOOD SPOT
Fasting Not Required
Booking Procedure:
- Technician from Metropolis will be assigned for a free home sample collection after booking confirmation.
- Sample will be collected by our technician at your address at given slot.
- You will get a payment link in 2 hours. You can make the payment online or pay cash to the technician.
- Soft copy reports will be sent to your email address within 24 to 48 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
1. What is the 17-Hydroxy Progesterone (17-OHP) Neonatal Screening Test?
This test measures 17-hydroxyprogesterone levels in a newborn using a dried blood spot to screen for congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH).
2. Why is this test important?
Early detection of CAH is crucial to prevent life-threatening hormonal imbalances and ensure timely medical intervention.
3. Who should undergo this test?
All newborns are advised to undergo this screening as part of routine neonatal health checks.
4. How is the test performed?
At Metropolis Healthcare, a small blood sample is collected from the newborn’s heel onto a dried blood spot card and analyzed using Fluoroimmunoassay (FIA).
5. What do the results indicate?
Abnormal 17-OHP levels suggest congenital adrenal hyperplasia, guiding early treatment and follow-up care.
6. Are there any risks associated with the test?
The test is safe and minimally invasive, involving only a small heel-prick blood sample.
7. Why choose Metropolis Healthcare for this test?
Metropolis Healthcare ensures accurate neonatal screening using advanced FIA technology and expert analysis for reliable early detection and management of CAH.