Troponin I Rapid Test In Bhubaneswar - Price & Details

The Troponin I Rapid Test is commonly conducted in emergency rooms or hospitals. It is used to detect troponin I, a protein released into the bloodstream when the heart muscles are damaged. It is primarily prescribed to diagnose heart attacks and assess heart muscle strain. The test provides quick results within minutes, allowing doctors to take early action. The test also helps determine if a heart attack has occurred or if there is a risk of reduced blood flow to the heart.

In Bhubaneswar, PharmEasy Labs stands out by providing premium diagnostic services at cost-effective prices, accompanied by great offers and discounts. PharmEasy simplifies the testing process by offering a safe and secure home sample collection feature, ensuring the safety and comfort of the patients.

Patients have the flexibility to choose a date and time slot without taking time off from work. This helps them to schedule appointments at their convenience. The PharmEasy app keeps them informed at every step of the testing process, providing notifications for a seamless experience. With a user-friendly web and app interface, PharmEasy ensures wider accessibility and makes the entire process simple and easy to navigate.

PharmEasy Labs boasts cutting-edge, fully automated machines, ensuring advanced technology for testing purposes. The test reports generated at PharmEasy Labs undergo a thorough review by licensed medical professionals. With a wide reach across 2500+ pin codes, PharmEasy Labs is supported by a team of highly experienced professionals with over 25 years of expertise in the field.

Various factors contribute to the price fluctuations of a Troponin test. Nonetheless, the average cost for a Troponin test at PharmEasy in Bhubaneswar is typically in the range of INR 1249 to INR 1920. For further details, consider comparing Troponin test prices in different major Indian cities.

Troponin tests are vital in confirming or ruling out heart attacks by detecting the release of this chemical into the bloodstream, indicating heart muscle damage. These tests are versatile, identifying conditions such as chronic kidney disease, pulmonary embolism, heart surgery, and more that can elevate troponin levels.

The primary goals of troponin testing include:

• Heart Attack Confirmation: Conducted in emergency rooms alongside assessments like an EKG, troponin tests help determine if an individual is currently experiencing or recently had a heart attack.
• Diagnosis and Monitoring of Unstable Angina: Valuable in diagnosing and monitoring chest pain at any time, including during rest, troponin testing addresses unstable angina—a medical emergency with the potential to lead to a heart attack.
• Post-Surgery Heart Health Evaluation: Administered before and after surgeries with heart damage risks, troponin tests allow healthcare professionals to compare results, effectively evaluating an individual's heart health in these situations.

No specific preparations are necessary for a Troponin test. However, if you are taking vitamin B7, also known as biotin, it's crucial to inform the healthcare provider who requests the test. Biotin and supplements containing biotin can potentially result in troponin levels appearing lower than their actual values.

During The Troponin Test

Non-emergency troponin tests are offered by PharmEasy Labs and can be booked using the website or the mobile app. A phlebotomist collects the blood sample from your house itself, maintaining hygiene and following safety protocols. The blood collection process is systematic - a vein finder tool detects the vein to use, the area is cleaned with ethanol, and blood is drawn using a sterilised needle. The process will be completed in 5 to 10 minutes.

As this is a qualitative test, there are no specific ranges. The results only show positive or negative results, indicating if Troponin I is present or not in blood.

The Troponin rapid test is either positive or negative. A confirmed positive Troponin I Rapid Test indicates the presence of troponin I in the blood. The presence of troponin confirms damage to heart muscles due to heart attacks. A negative Troponin I Rapid Test indicates the absence of troponin I in the blood.

Your doctor may want to investigate further by prescribing other tests like ECG, creatine kinase, 2D echo, complete blood count, lactate dehydrogenase, renal function tests and vitamin B12 assays to find the cause of acute coronary syndrome or heart attack.

Risks / Possible Complications

The Troponin blood test is associated with a low risk of complications. However, consulting a doctor is recommended if any  issue arises:

• Excessive bleeding at the site of blood extraction.
• Pain/inflammation at the same site.

Limitations

• The accuracy of the test results may be affected by equipment failures or human errors.
• Misinterpretation of the markers leading to inaccurate conclusions.