Histoplasma RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Test Name: Histoplasma RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Components: Price – 1360.0 AED
Sample Condition: Fresh tissue biopsy specimens, skin biopsy specimen from a patient with disseminated nodular skin lesions, tissue specimens from a variety of body sites (brain, skin and soft tissue, eye, bone, lung, cardiac valve, and bone marrow), peripheral blood specimens, respiratory secretions.
Report Delivery: 4th Working Day Email: 48 hours. On phone: 36 hours
Method: Real Time PCR
Test Type: Viral
Doctor: Physician
Test Department: Genetics
Pre Test Information: Need to sign Consent document and bring any clinical history of patient for Histoplasma (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test
Test Details
The Histoplasma (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test is a laboratory test used to detect the presence of Histoplasma capsulatum, a fungus that causes the infectious disease histoplasmosis. This test specifically detects the RNA (genetic material) of the fungus in a patient’s sample.
Histoplasmosis is commonly found in soil contaminated with bird or bat droppings. When the contaminated soil is disturbed, the fungal spores become airborne and can be inhaled by humans. In most cases, the infection resolves on its own without causing symptoms or only causes mild flu-like symptoms. However, in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or organ transplant recipients, histoplasmosis can cause severe illness and even death.
The Histoplasma (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test is typically performed on a respiratory specimen, such as sputum or bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, to diagnose histoplasmosis. The test uses a molecular technique called reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) to amplify and detect the RNA of Histoplasma capsulatum in the sample. The test is highly sensitive and specific, meaning it can accurately detect the presence of the fungus in the sample. It can help differentiate histoplasmosis from other respiratory infections with similar symptoms, such as tuberculosis or pneumonia.
If the test result is positive for Histoplasma RNA, it indicates an active infection with Histoplasma capsulatum. Further testing may be done to determine the severity of the infection and guide appropriate treatment.
It is important to note that this test specifically detects the RNA of the fungus and not the presence of antibodies or antigens. Other tests, such as serological tests or antigen detection tests, may be used in combination with the RNA detection test to provide a comprehensive diagnosis of histoplasmosis.
| Test Name | Histoplasma RNA Detection Qualitative Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 1360.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | fresh tissue biopsy specimens, skin biopsy specimen from a patient with disseminated nodular skin lesions, tissue specimens from a variety of body sites (brain, skin and soft tissue, eye, bone, lung, cardiac valve, and bone marrow), peripheral blood specimens, respiratory secretions. |
| Report Delivery | 4th Working Day Email : 48 hours.On phone : 36 hours |
| Method | Real Time PCR |
| Test type | Viral |
| Doctor | Physician |
| Test Department: | Genetics |
| Pre Test Information | Need to sign Consent document and bring any clinical history of patient forHistoplasma (RNA Detection) QualitativeTest |
| Test Details |
The Histoplasma (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test is a laboratory test used to detect the presence of Histoplasma capsulatum, a fungus that causes the infectious disease histoplasmosis. This test specifically detects the RNA (genetic material) of the fungus in a patient’s sample. Histoplasmosis is commonly found in soil contaminated with bird or bat droppings. When the contaminated soil is disturbed, the fungal spores become airborne and can be inhaled by humans. In most cases, the infection resolves on its own without causing symptoms or only causes mild flu-like symptoms. However, in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or organ transplant recipients, histoplasmosis can cause severe illness and even death. The Histoplasma (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test is typically performed on a respiratory specimen, such as sputum or bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, to diagnose histoplasmosis. The test uses a molecular technique called reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) to amplify and detect the RNA of Histoplasma capsulatum in the sample. The test is highly sensitive and specific, meaning it can accurately detect the presence of the fungus in the sample. It can help differentiate histoplasmosis from other respiratory infections with similar symptoms, such as tuberculosis or pneumonia. If the test result is positive for Histoplasma RNA, it indicates an active infection with Histoplasma capsulatum. Further testing may be done to determine the severity of the infection and guide appropriate treatment. It is important to note that this test specifically detects the RNA of the fungus and not the presence of antibodies or antigens. Other tests, such as serological tests or antigen detection tests, may be used in combination with the RNA detection test to provide a comprehensive diagnosis of histoplasmosis. |
