Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) Test in Guntur - Price & Details
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Overview
A renowned diagnostic service brand, PharmEasy Labs offers over 500 tests across 2500+ pincodes in India. Due to its impeccable service, it has become a household name as it also offers convenient services at inexpensive prices. PharmEasy not only ensures that patients do not have to travel to diagnostic centres and wait in long queues for their tests but also ensures that the reports are sent to them by email in a timely manner. A team of expert phlebotomists, technicians and pathologists are employed at the lab facilities to provide top of the class service. The phlebotomists use sterilised kits and vein finder devices to carry out the testing process in an organised and hygienic manner. State-of-the-art machines analyse the samples to generate reports after cross verification by highly experienced pathologists.
Syphilis antibodies are generated between 21 days and 6 weeks, and thus, the VDRL test is advised to be done in the middle stages of the syphilis infection. If the testing is done at an earlier stage, it may lead to the generation of inaccurate results. The VDRL test is also known to be non-specific and can yield a false positive result.
Test Necessity
Your doctor will advise you to get a VDRL test if they notice any symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases like syphilis, gonorrhoea, or neurosyphilis. These symptoms can be from among the following:
- Formation of chancres, red round sores on the body
- Fever
- Wart-like lesions on the vagina or penis, mouth, and anus
- Muscle aches
- Red rashes on the body
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Unexplained weight loss
The VDRL test is also prescribed when no specific symptoms are noticed in some cases. Such cases include:
- As a routine checkup during pregnancy
- If there are more than one sexual partners involved
- If there is a history of gonorrhoea treatment
- If you have indulged in unprotected sex
Test Preparation
There are no special preparations that need to be done before the VDRL test as the individual does not need to fast.
During the VDRL Test
The VDRL test is a simple and quick blood test. Once the booking is done, a phlebotomist will be assigned to you who will arrive at your location and collect the blood sample. They will use a fresh testing kit that has disposable needles and gloves, along with a vein finder device. This device helps the phlebotomist to find the best vein in the arm to draw blood from, and reduces pain and discomfort.
Reasons to Book a VDRL Test in Guntur through PharmEasy
- There is no hassle of visiting a diagnostic centre and waiting in queues with the home collection facility.
- It is extremely easy to book and manage appointments with the PharmEasy website or mobile app.
- You are updated about the various stages in the testing process via notifications sent on the app.
- Discounts are available so you save on extra money when you get the tests done.
- Accurate test results are promised as the samples are analysed by fully automated machines.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the results of the VDRL test in Guntur be ready?
The results of the VDRL test in Guntur are usually ready within 60 hours. However, The exact time depends on your pincode.
Do I need an appointment for the VDRL test in Guntur?
PharmEasy Labs offer home sample collection facilities, so there is no need for you to physically visit any diagnostic centre. The assigned PharmEasy phlebotomist arrives at your location to collect the blood sample.
Is it necessary to fast before the VDRL test?
It is not required to fast before the VDRL test. The test can be booked at a time slot of your convenience at any time of the day.
What is the VDRL test cost in Guntur?
The VDRL test cost in Guntur ranges between Rs. 129 and Rs. 439. The exact price depends on the availability of discounts and the location of the sample collection.
For how much time does the VDRL test result stay positive?
If syphilis is left untreated, the VDRL test result will remain positive throughout. Unless the treatment for syphilis is complete, the VDRL test results will be reactive. In cases of primary and secondary infections, the reports become negative 6 months after the treatment is completed. The VDRL report will become negative 24 months after the treatment in case of tertiary syphilis infection.
How frequently do I have to do the VDRL test?
The frequency of getting the VDRL test depends on your doctor’s advice and syphilis symptoms. If there is a history of syphilis infection involved, symptoms of any STDs, or are currently undergoing treatment for syphilis, then the frequency of the test will increase.
Why do I have to get the VDRL test done?
The VDRL test is advised if any STD symptoms are noticed. The symptoms include hair loss, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, weight loss, and warts on the genital area.