Troponin I Rapid Test In Mumbai - Price & Details

The Troponin I Rapid Test is usually performed in emergency rooms, hospitals, or similar medical setting. It detects troponin I, a protein present in the heart muscles and helps diagnose heart attacks and assess strain on the heart. Doctors use this test multiple times over 24 hours when a heart attack is suspected. It can also detect heart trauma related to medical procedures. The test is fast, providing results within minutes, hence allowing prompt action.

PharmEasy Labs is a premier diagnostic test service provider. It offers a convenient doorstep sample collection service, allowing you to get your sample collected without leaving your home. The collected samples are then tested in certified labs equipped with fully automated machines, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

The test report undergoes a thorough check by a licensed medical practitioner and is shared with patients online via email upon approval. The entire testing process, from sample collection to report delivery, is designed to be highly convenient and cost-effective for patients.

PharmEasy Labs is a well-renowned platform offering premium diagnostic services that are not only affordable but also accessible, time-saving, and reliable. With its comprehensive range of diagnostic solutions, it is the perfect choice for individuals seeking reliable and efficient diagnostic services in a bustling city.

The cost of a Troponin test may fluctuate for various reasons. However, the typical price for a Troponin test at PharmEasy in Mumbai is in the range of INR 1249 to INR 1920. If you're interested, you can also compare Troponin test prices in other major Indian cities.

A troponin test is essential if you exhibit heart attack symptoms such as chest pain, discomfort in arms, back, or neck, breathing issues, nausea, fatigue, dizziness, sweating, or irregular heartbeat. Seeking immediate medical attention is vital in such cases, potentially saving your life.

Furthermore, troponin testing is necessary before surgeries affecting the heart. While its primary purpose is heart attack confirmation, elevated troponin levels can indicate heart muscle damage due to conditions like chronic kidney disease, pulmonary embolism, congestive heart failure, heart surgery, valve diseases, irregular heart rhythms, sepsis, or intense physical or emotional stress.

A Troponin test usually doesn't require special preparation or fasting. It is best to consult your healthcare provider about dietary restrictions and medication continuation. If you're taking biotin supplements (vitamin B7), inform your healthcare provider as it can affect Troponin levels, potentially showing lower values than actual.

During the Troponin Test

The Troponin test involves drawing blood, usually from a vein in your arm. PharmEasy will dispatch a skilled professional who will insert an IV needle to fill test tubes with blood. A Vein Finder device is used to locate a hand vein, and blood is collected using a disposable syringe, and stored in a sealed, barcoded vial. Following the needle puncture, the site is sanitized and covered with a bandage.

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.