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Dengue Fever NS1 Antigen, Rapid in Crossings Republik, Ghaziabad

Q: How is the blood sample taken?

To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is asked to form a fist. This helps in the buildup of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. After cleaning, the needle is inserted into the vein in the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.

Q: What are the signs of Dengue fever?

The signs of Dengue fever include fever, severe musculoskeletal pain, retro-orbital pain, headache, and a transient macular rash. The chances of developing dengue hemorrhagic fever and dengue shock syndrome are much higher in children and young adults.

Q: How many types of clinical Dengue fever are there?

There are 5 types of clinical Dengue fever which include break-bone fever (chikungunya) with no serious complications, low platelet, dengue hemorrhagic fever with bleeding, fluid loss, and Dengue shock syndrome with blood pressure.

Q: How is dengue fever NS1 antigen test helpful over dengue antibodies test?

The dengue fever NS1 antigen test helps to diagnose current dengue infection in the first week of illness. This test takes less time than the dengue antibodies test. The Dengue antibodies test detects the antibodies if the infection had occurred in the past two to three months

Q: What test results need to be monitored in case of Dengue fever infection?

The test results which need to be monitored in case of Dengue fever infection include electrolytes, platelets, and hemoglobin.

Also Known as Dengue Fever Antigen Test

No preparation required

MRP

₹900

RECOMMENDED BY:Dr. Arshad Akeel

General Physician/Internal Medicine

Test(s) Included (1)

Dengue Fever NS1 Antigen, Rapid
1 test included

About

SAMPLE TYPE

BLOOD

GENDER

Both

AGE GROUP

Above 10 years

The Dengue fever NS1 Antigen – rapid helps to detect the dengue virus. This test also helps to differentiate the diagnosis of fever. The Dengue fever NS1 Antigen – is done: • To diagnose dengue virus infection at an early stage • In cases of initial treatment of dengue virus infection • Along with a current antibody test • For differential diagnosis of flaviviruses • For differential diagnosis of fever

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How is the blood sample taken?
To take the blood sample, a tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is asked to form a fist. This helps in the buildup of blood filling the veins and it becomes easy to collect the blood. The skin is cleaned before inserting the needle in the vein in order to prevent bacteria from entering. After cleaning, the needle is inserted into the vein in the arm and the blood sample is collected in the vacutainer.
What are the signs of Dengue fever?
The signs of Dengue fever include fever, severe musculoskeletal pain, retro-orbital pain, headache, and a transient macular rash. The chances of developing dengue hemorrhagic fever and dengue shock syndrome are much higher in children and young adults.
How many types of clinical Dengue fever are there?
There are 5 types of clinical Dengue fever which include break-bone fever (chikungunya) with no serious complications, low platelet, dengue hemorrhagic fever with bleeding, fluid loss, and Dengue shock syndrome with blood pressure.
How is dengue fever NS1 antigen test helpful over dengue antibodies test?
The dengue fever NS1 antigen test helps to diagnose current dengue infection in the first week of illness. This test takes less time than the dengue antibodies test. The Dengue antibodies test detects the antibodies if the infection had occurred in the past two to three months
What test results need to be monitored in case of Dengue fever infection?
The test results which need to be monitored in case of Dengue fever infection include electrolytes, platelets, and hemoglobin.

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The information mentioned above is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a substitute to your Physician’s advice. It is highly recommended that the customer consults with a qualified healthcare professional to interpret test results