BETA -2- TRANSFERRIN FLUID Test
Cost: AED 7720.0
Test Components:
- Price: AED 7720.0
- Sample Condition: 2 mL (1 mL min.) fluid in a sterile screw capped container. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
- Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form is mandatory.
Report Delivery:
Sample by 7th of the month; Report after 2-3 weeks
Method:
Electrophoresis, Immunofixation
Test Type:
Disorders of Central Nervous System
Doctor:
Neurologist
Test Department:
OS
Pre Test Information:
Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form is mandatory.
Test Details:
The Beta-2-Transferrin Fluid Test is a laboratory test used to detect the presence of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage from the nose or ear. CSF is a clear fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord, and leakage can occur due to head trauma, surgery, or other medical conditions. The test involves collecting a sample of fluid from the nose or ear and testing it for the presence of beta-2-transferrin, a protein that is found only in CSF. If beta-2-transferrin is detected in the fluid sample, it confirms the presence of CSF leakage. The test is highly specific and sensitive, with a high accuracy rate in detecting CSF leakage. It is often used in cases where a patient has symptoms such as persistent nasal or ear drainage, headaches, or meningitis-like symptoms. Treatment for CSF leakage depends on the underlying cause and severity of the condition. In some cases, conservative measures such as bed rest and avoiding straining or heavy lifting may be sufficient. In more severe cases, surgery may be necessary to repair the leak.
| Test Name | BETA -2- TRANSFERRIN FLUID Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 7720.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 2 mL (1 mL min.) fluid in a sterile screw capped container. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Formis mandatory. |
| Report Delivery | Sample by 7th of the month; Report after 2??3 weeks |
| Method | Electrophoresis, Immunofixation |
| Test type | Disorders of Central Nervous System |
| Doctor | Neurologist |
| Test Department: | OS |
| Pre Test Information | Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Formis mandatory. |
| Test Details | The Beta-2-Transferrin Fluid Test is a laboratory test used to detect the presence of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage from the nose or ear. CSF is a clear fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord, and leakage can occur due to head trauma, surgery, or other medical conditions. The test involves collecting a sample of fluid from the nose or ear and testing it for the presence of beta-2-transferrin, a protein that is found only in CSF. If beta-2-transferrin is detected in the fluid sample, it confirms the presence of CSF leakage. The test is highly specific and sensitive, with a high accuracy rate in detecting CSF leakage. It is often used in cases where a patient has symptoms such as persistent nasal or ear drainage, headaches, or meningitis-like symptoms. Treatment for CSF leakage depends on the underlying cause and severity of the condition. In some cases, conservative measures such as bed rest and avoiding straining or heavy lifting may be sufficient. In more severe cases, surgery may be necessary to repair the leak. |
