Benefits of Various Test

Blood Tests

Blood Grouping and Rh Typing

It is a simple test, which determines your blood group. In emergencies and for surgeries, the knowledge of your blood group is very important.

Complete Haemogram

These are a set of blood tests which indicate your general well being. They also help detect the presence of infection in the body; certain vitamin, mineral deficiencies and other blood related disorders.

Blood Sugar

This test is done to determine the level of sugar in the blood. A high blood sugar level may suggest that you are a Diabetic.

Lipid Profile

Lipid Profile helps in estimating the level of cholesterol in the blood. High levels of cholesterol lead to heart disease. By modifying your lifestyle and diet, you can significantly reduce your risk of a heart attack.

Liver Function Test (LFT)

Liver Function Tests are a set of tests which evaluate the optimum functioning of the 'powerhouse' of the body -the liver. These tests help in the detection of diseases such as Hepatitis (Jaundice) and Cirrhosis.

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) estimation helps detect abnormalities of the thyroid gland. An imbalance in its hormone secretion causes Goitre. You may gain or lose weight abnormally and may feel depressed and fatigued.

Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)

It helps in the detection of Prostate Cancer, which is very common in elderly males.

Serum Protein, Albumin, Globulin and A/G Ratio (RFT)

These tests help diagnose various kidney ailments.

Glycosylated Hemoglobin (HBA1C)

Glycosylated Hemoglobin is a test that indicates how much sugar has been in a person's blood during the past three to four months. It is used to monitor the effectiveness of diabetes treatment.

A routine blood sugar test reveals how close to normal a sugar level is at the time of the test. The glycosylated hemoglobin test reveals how close to normal it has been during the past several months.

Diabetic patients should have glycosylated hemoglobin levels less than 7.0%. Normal value for a non-diabetic person is 4.0-6.00/0.

Diagnostics

Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

Pulmonary Function Test is used to determine the efficiency of the lungs and the airways. This helps in detecting diseases of the lungs and the respiratory tract.

USG - Abdomen

Ultrasonography of the abdomen is a non-invasive diagnostic procedure that helps in detecting presence of abnormal conditions such as stones, cysts, structures, growths etc. in the abdomen.

Mammography

Mammography is a specialized X-ray procedure used for the detection of breast tumors even smaller than what the fingers can feel. Mammogram is a painless procedure and early detection of cancerous tumors leads to total cure.

Pap Smear

Pap Smear is a screening test used to detect abnormal changes in the cells of the cervix. It is done to check for cervical, uterine and occasionally tubal vaginal cancer. Early detection helps in effective management.

Bone Densitometry

Osteoporosis is a slow painless disease, which begins in mid to late thirties, causing the bones to become brittle and prone to fracture. Bone Densitometry is a painless procedure that can detect osteoporosis at an early stage leading to the effective management of the disease.