MACROCYTIC ANEMIA PANEL Test
Test Cost: AED 470.0
Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Test Details
Are you experiencing symptoms of fatigue, weakness, or shortness of breath? These could be signs of macrocytic anemia. DNA Labs UAE offers the MACROCYTIC ANEMIA PANEL test to help diagnose and evaluate this condition. The test includes various components such as folate, serum, and vitamin B12.
Test Components:
- Folate, serum
- Vitamin B12
Price: 470.0 AED
Sample Condition:
3 mL (2 mL min.) serum from 1 Red Top (No Additive) tube. Do not use SST gel barrier tubes. Wrap the tube in aluminum foil to protect it from light. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Overnight fasting is mandatory.
Report Delivery:
Daily
Method:
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Test Type:
Anemia
Doctor:
Hematologist, Physician
Test Department:
Pre Test Information: Overnight fasting is mandatory. Wrap the tube in aluminum foil to protect it from light.
Test Details:
The MACROCYTIC ANEMIA PANEL test is a blood test that evaluates and diagnoses macrocytic anemia. This type of anemia is characterized by larger than normal red blood cells. The panel includes several tests:
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): Measures the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. In macrocytic anemia, the red blood cell count is usually low, and the mean corpuscular volume (MCV) is elevated.
- Peripheral Blood Smear: Involves examining a blood sample under a microscope to evaluate the size, shape, and appearance of red blood cells. In macrocytic anemia, the red blood cells are larger than normal.
- Reticulocyte Count: Measures the number of immature red blood cells (reticulocytes) in the blood. In macrocytic anemia, the reticulocyte count is typically low, indicating decreased production of red blood cells.
- Vitamin B12 and Folate Levels: Measures the levels of these vitamins in the blood. Deficiencies in vitamin B12 and folate are common causes of macrocytic anemia.
- Iron Studies: Measures the levels of iron, ferritin, and transferrin in the blood. Iron deficiency can cause macrocytic anemia.
- Liver Function Tests: Evaluate the functioning of the liver, as liver diseases can also cause macrocytic anemia.
The MACROCYTIC ANEMIA PANEL test helps identify the underlying cause of macrocytic anemia, such as vitamin deficiencies, liver disease, or other conditions. Treatment for macrocytic anemia depends on the underlying cause and may include vitamin supplementation, dietary changes, or other specific therapies.
| Test Name | MACROCYTIC ANEMIA PANEL Test |
|---|---|
| Components | *Folate, serum*Vitamin B12 |
| Price | 470.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 3 mL (2 mL min.) serum from 1 Red Top (No Additive) tube. Do not use SST gel barrier tubes. Wrap tube in aluminium foil to protect from light. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Overnight fasting is mandatory. |
| Report Delivery | Daily |
| Method | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Test type | Anemia |
| Doctor | Hematologist, Physician |
| Test Department: | |
| Pre Test Information | Overnight fasting is mandatory. Wrap tube in aluminium foil to protect from light. |
| Test Details |
The MACROCYTIC ANEMIA PANEL test is a blood test that is used to evaluate and diagnose macrocytic anemia. Macrocytic anemia is a type of anemia characterized by the presence of larger than normal red blood cells. The panel typically includes the following tests: 1. Complete Blood Count (CBC): This test measures the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood. In macrocytic anemia, the red blood cell count is usually low, and the mean corpuscular volume (MCV) is elevated, indicating the presence of larger red blood cells. 2. Peripheral Blood Smear: This test involves examining a blood sample under a microscope to evaluate the size, shape, and appearance of the red blood cells. In macrocytic anemia, the red blood cells are larger than normal. 3. Reticulocyte Count: This test measures the number of immature red blood cells (reticulocytes) in the blood. In macrocytic anemia, the reticulocyte count is typically low, indicating decreased production of red blood cells. 4. Vitamin B12 and Folate Levels: These tests measure the levels of vitamin B12 and folate in the blood. Deficiencies in these vitamins are common causes of macrocytic anemia. 5. Iron Studies: These tests measure the levels of iron, ferritin, and transferrin in the blood. Iron deficiency can cause macrocytic anemia. 6. Liver Function Tests: These tests evaluate the functioning of the liver, as liver diseases can also cause macrocytic anemia. The MACROCYTIC ANEMIA PANEL test helps identify the underlying cause of macrocytic anemia, such as vitamin deficiencies, liver disease, or other conditions. Treatment for macrocytic anemia depends on the underlying cause and may include vitamin supplementation, dietary changes, or other specific therapies. |
