Malaria Antigen Detection Test (Rapid) in Ahmedabad

Malaria Antigen Test in Ahmedabad

Malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) are kits used for the diagnosis of malaria. The test is based on the principle of antigen-antibody precipitation, wherein malaria is diagnosed on the basis of the presence of the malarial parasites in the human blood sample. The test is a very simple one, that can be easily carried out in remote areas, as well without the need for any specialized infrastructure or apparatus. The malarial parasite present in the human blood sample acts as an antigen for the test. Malaria is caused by the Plasmodium parasite. The antibodies and antigens that are currently used for the detection of malarial parasites are tabulated below:

Why is a malaria antigen detection test conducted?

A malarial antigen detection test is conducted to diagnose if a particular individual has malaria infection or not. It is easy to cure malaria if it is diagnosed at an early stage. The test is quite simple and does not require any special infrastructure or tools. Thus, it is very easy to diagnose individuals with malaria even in rural areas where laboratory and diagnostic facilities are not very well established.

What are the symptoms that require you to take a malaria antigen detection test in Ahmedabad?

The early symptoms of malaria that will require you to get an antigen detection test done are:

• Fever
• Fatigue
• Chills
• Headache
• Nausea and vomiting
• Body aches

If malaria is not detected at an early stage, you may experience other symptoms at a later stage of infection that will indicate a malaria test to be done.

• High fever
• Blood in stools
• Shivering and chills
• Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
• Convulsions
• Mental confusion
• Seizures 

How is the Malaria Antigen Detection test done?

To carry out a malaria antigen detection test, the blood is drawn from the patient, usually from the tip of a finger. An antigen detection test is done on a nitrocellulose strip that contains some dye-labeled antibodies. Each antibody is specific for a certain antigen and can recognize the specific species of malaria causing parasite. Therefore, specific nitrocellulose strips are used for specific Plasmodium species. The blood drawn from the patient is mixed with a lysing agent to rupture the red blood cells and release the parasite protein into the fluid. A specific antibody labeled dye is bound to the strip in the test line. The control line is bounded with the antibody specific for the labeled antibody or antigen. The blood and buffer mix with each other. If the blood sample contains parasite protein, it will form an antigen-antibody complex that gets accumulated on the test line. 

How can I interpret the results of my Malaria Antigen Detection test?

The nitrocellulose strip contains a window wherein you will be able to interpret the results of your diagnostic test. Generally, there are three sections in the nitrocellulose strip where you can see a red line, these sections are termed as C (control), T1 (test 1), and T2 (test 2). You will be considered as positive for malaria if:

• A clear or faint line appears on C and T1
• If the line appears on C and T2
• If the line appears on T1, T2, and C.

If you get a line at C but no line appears on either T1 or T2, then, in that case, you are not affected by the malaria parasite. Also, if the line appears on either T1 or T2 or both but no line appears on C, then the test is known to be invalid. In such cases, you should repeat the test on a new nitrocellulose strip.

What is the cost of a Malaria Antigen Detection test in Ahmedabad?

The malaria antigen detection test is simple and quite affordable. The price of the malaria antigen detection test at Redcliffe Labs is approximately Rs. 727/- which under special discounts is currently available at Rs. 649/- only.

How can I book a malaria antigen detection test?

Our patients can easily book a malaria antigen detection test at Redcliffe Labs through a simple and hassle-free process. There are two ways by which you can book your test, that is, either call at our center and get your test booked by our well-trained staff representatives or book a test yourself through our official website.

Benefits of Getting a test from Redcliffe Labs

The Redcliffe labs follow all the protocols of good laboratory practices and conduct tests under sterilized and optimum conditions to give results that are accurate and reliable. Some of the major benefits of getting your test done from us are:

1. Book a test in 1 minute: Booking a test at Redcliffe Labs is very easy and can be done in just a minute.
2. Scheduling a test at Redcliffe Labs is simple: You can schedule a test at Redcliffe labs in a straightforward and easy way through our online services from the comfort of your home.
3. Free home sample collection: There is a facility of free and risk-free collection of samples from your home provided by Redcliffe Labs.
4. Phlebotomists are fully vaccinated: All Phlebotomists and employees working in Redcliffe Labs have got their COVID-19 vaccines.
5. Phlebotomists follow safety regulations: All Phlebotomists and employees working in Redcliffe Labs follow the safety standards set for COVID-19.
6. Timely Reports: Since the tests are often urgent, we pledge to deliver reports in time, that is, within 24 hrs. of conduction of tests.
7. Reporting as per ISO and NABL standards: The test reports prepared by Redcliffe labs are in accordance with the ISO and NABL standards.
8. Receive reports through email and WhatsApp Numbers: The report collection process at Redcliffe labs is also easy as we provide e-reports on email and WhatsApp.
9. Accurate Reports: The tests at Redcliffe labs are conducted using the latest and most reliable technologies to ensure that the test reports are accurate and reliable.
10. Free Doctor Consultation: Redcliffe Labs also provides free doctor consultations that can help you in analyzing the results of your test.