SGPT / ALT Test (Alanine Transaminase) in Bhiwandi - Price and details
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Serum Glutamic-Pyruvic Test (SGPT), Alanine Aminotransferase Test (ALT), Glutamic-Pyruvic Test (GPT)
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Overview
If there is any kind of liver damage, the SGPT enzymes will be released into the blood. If you have hepatitis or cirrhosis or consume alcohol and drugs, it will damage the liver. The SGPT test is essential as it helps to timely diagnose these conditions, so that prompt treatment can be taken, improving chances of a complete recovery.
Book the SGPT test with PharmEasy Labs, and get many benefits. The appointments can be booked easily using the website or the mobile app, and there are more than 500 diagnostic tests to choose from. Once the tests are booked, the phlebotomist will collect the samples from your house without wasting time and energy in travelling to a diagnostic centre or hospital. You can choose the time and date of the test as there are many time slots available. Once the sample goes for analysis, automated machines analyse the samples, generating accurate test results.
Test Necessity
The SGPT test will have to be done if there are any symptoms of a damaged liver. These symptoms include:
- Abdominal swelling
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting and nausea
- Yellowish skin and eyes
- Dark coloured urine
- Light coloured stool
- Skin itchiness
- Tiredness
The doctor will also ask you to do the SGPT test if there are any health conditions like:
- Exposure to hepatitis
- Consumption of excessive alcohol
- Hereditary liver conditions
- Consumption of drugs that damage the liver
Test Preparation
You do not have to make any special preparations before the SGPT test. Inform the doctor about any medications that you take beforehand so the test results are accurate.
During the SGPT Test
Select the home sample collection service when you book the SGPT test with PharmEasy Labs. A phlebotomist will be assigned who will collect the blood sample from your house. The blood is drawn from a vein in the forearm using the vein finder device. The phlebotomist also uses sterilised needles and gloves that are disposed of after use. The blood samples are stored in barcoded vials, kept in cooling containers, and then sent to the lab for testing.
Reasons to Book an SGPT Test in Bhiwandi through PharmEasy
- Stay updated about the stages in the testing process, as frequent notifications will be sent
- Tests are very economical, and discounts and promotional offers are available all year round
- Stay home and get the test done at your convenience without travelling to any diagnostic centre or hospital
- The diagnostic tests can be easily booked using the website or mobile app, both are easy to use
- The labs are fully automated and barcoded, generating accurate test results
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I get the reports of my SGPT test in Bhiwandi?
Once the SGPT test in Bhiwandi has gone to the lab for analysis, it will take approximately 12 hours to prepare the test results. These results will be sent via email. The pincode in Bhiwandi also impacts the total time taken.
Can I walk in for the SGPT test in Bhiwandi, or is an appointment needed?
PharmEasy Labs offers the benefits of home sample collection for the SGPT test in Bhiwandi. You do not have to travel to any diagnostic centre or hospital, and the phlebotomist will collect the blood from your house.
Is it necessary to fast before the SGPT test?
For a basic SGPT test, there is no need to fast. However, if the SGPT test has been prescribed with a total liver profile, you may be required to fast for 12 to 14 hours.
What is the price of the SGPT test in Bhiwandi?
The SGPT test in Bhiwandi is very affordable, and attractive discounts and exclusive promotional offers are available. The price usually ranges between Rs. 375 to Rs. 975.
Why is the SGPT test prescribed for me?
The SGPT test is prescribed when there are symptoms of liver damage like yellow eyes and skin, pale stool, dark-coloured urine, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
Why are my SGPT test levels high?
If the SGPT test results are high, it is usually due to some kind of liver damage. The main kinds of liver disorders include problems with the bile duct, jaundice, and fatty liver. It can also be due to cirrhosis or hepatitis.
How long does it take to do the SGPT test?
The SGPT test is a simple blood test and it does not take very long to do the test. After the phlebotomist arrives to collect the blood sample, the process will be over in less than 10 minutes. There are no precautions that have to be taken after the test, you can resume your daily activities.