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Microfilaria Filariasis Detection - Microscopy

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Test Code

M17

Also Known As

* Filaria Test
* Blood Smear for Filarial Parasites
* Nocturnal Blood Smear
* Filarial Smear
* Microfilariae Test
* Elephantiasis Test
* Dirofilaria Test
* Blood Parasite Test for Filaria
* Microscopic Examination for Microfilaria
* Filariasis Detection Test
* Peripheral Blood Smear for Microfilaria
* Night Blood Smear for Filaria
* Parasite Detection in Blood
* Filariasis Microscopic Diagnosis
* Lymphatic Filariasis Diagnostic Test

Test Parameters Included

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Department

HAEMATOLOGY

Methodology

Microscopy<br/> The test is performed using Microscopy, which involves the direct examination of a blood smear. The procedure is as follows:<br/> * Sm... Read more

Sample Required

WB-EDTA(3ML) collected at midnight<br/> * Preferred Sample: A minimum of 3 mL of whole blood (WB) collected in an EDTA (Lavender-top) tube. EDTA is an... Read more

Preparation

* Specific Collection Time: The most important preparation for this test is to ensure the blood sample is collected at the correct time of night, as s... Read more

Schedule Report

24 Hours

Emergency Report

Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is it so important to collect the blood at midnight?<br/> A: Microfilariae of the most common species, Wuchereria bancrofti, are only present ... Read more

Test Description

The Microfilaria Detection Test is a diagnostic procedure used to identify an active infection with parasitic worms that cause lymphatic filariasis, c... Read more

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