ELEMENTS 22 Elements 22 screens for the 14 toxic elements and 8 nutrients in the body. These elements are essential for life and are taken up in the form of dietary supplements. Excess or less of the minerals can lead to health complications. Toxic elements if present in high amounts in the body or prolonged exposure can lead to...

What is Fructosamine? When glucose combines with protein, it forms a compound called Fructosamine. This test measures the total amount of fructosamine or glycated protein in the blood. The test aids in screening for Diabetes Mellitus and Gestational Diabetes Mellitus. It is useful in monitoring the control of glucose levels over the past two to three weeks. Increased levels of...

What is Erythropoietin? Erythropoietin (EPO), a glycoprotein hormone, is produced by the kidney and in small amounts, by the liver. EPO is a primary regulator of erythropoiesis and plays a major role to protect RBC from destruction. EPO test helps to diagnose various conditions such as anemia and polycythemia. This assay also aids in the prediction and monitoring of...

What is a Fasting Blood Sugar Test? Fasting blood sugar (FBS) test determines the actual concentration of glucose in your blood without consuming any diet. FBS test is frequently recommended for patients to determine whether glucose levels are controlled by the injection of insulin hormone in case of Type 1 Diabetes and whether the body is able to use insulin...

What is Ferritin? Ferritin is a major protein and the storehouse of iron. A ferritin test helps to assess disorders related to iron deficiency like anemia and iron overload. Thyrocare offers a Ferritin test at the lowest rate with home collection service. Technique C.L.I.A Who prescribes Hematologists, General physician, General Medicine Sample type SERUM Fasting Non Fasting

What is Prostate specific antigen? Prostate specific antigen (PSA), is a glycoprotein produced by cells of the prostate that remains free in blood. Free PSA test measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood, which helps physician to identify problems such as prostate inflammation or tumor. Levels of PSA rise in conditions such as prostate cancer and also...

What is Testosterone? Testosterone is a C-19 steroid secreted by the testis and adrenal cortex in men, and by ovaries in women. Hypogonadism in males and hyperandrogenic states in females can be clinically evaluated with testosterone measurements. Testosterone circulates in the blood bound to three proteins, i.e. sex hormone-binding globulin (60-80%), albumin and cortisol binding globulin. Unbound or free testosterone...

What is Thyroxine T4? Thyroxine (T4) is one of the two major hormones secreted by the thyroid gland. T4 hormone has four iodine molecules attached and is produced by the thyroid gland in much greater amounts than T3. T4 plays a role in the body's vital functions, thus needs to be monitored. This test singly or in combination with T3...

What is Thriiodothyronine? This test is used to diagnose thyroid function. Estimation of FT3 and FT4 hormone levels improves the sensitivity and accuracy for diagnosing thyroid dysfunctions. When only T3 and T4 levels are measured, it may become difficult to reach a definitive diagnosis many times. Technique C.L.I.A Who prescribes Endocrinologists, General physician, General Medicine Sample type SERUM Fasting Non Fasting

What is Anti Nuclear Antibodies ? Anti Nuclear Antibodies (ANA) are a special class of autoantibodies that bind and destroy certain parts in the nucleus of the cell. Although a little amount of ANA is found in the normal population, an increased level is normally observed in people with connective tissue disease (CTD). Book ANA test at an affordable price, with...