Troponin-I Rapid Test and its Function
The Troponin I Rapid Test is a diagnostic test used to measure the levels of troponin I in the blood. Troponin I is a protein that is released into the bloodstream when there is damage to the heart muscle. The test is designed to quickly detect and diagnose acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) or other cardiac conditions.
Conditions that may require Troponin-I Rapid Test
The Troponin I Rapid Test is commonly performed in individuals presenting with symptoms of chest pain or suspected heart attack. The test helps determine if there is heart muscle damage by measuring troponin I levels in the blood. Elevated troponin I levels suggest acute cardiac injury, indicating a heart attack.
Troponin-I Rapid Test Procedure
The Troponin-I Rapid Test is a simple blood test that can be performed in a laboratory. Before the test, the patient may be asked to avoid certain medications that may affect the results. During the test, our healthcare professional will use a needle to draw blood from a vein in the patient’s arm. The blood sample will then be sent to our laboratory for analysis.
Interpreting Troponin-I Rapid Test Results
Positive Troponin-I Rapid Test result: A positive result indicates the presence of elevated levels of troponin I in the blood. It suggests acute cardiac injury, which can be caused by conditions such as myocardial infarction (heart attack), myocarditis, cardiac contusion, or drug-induced cardiotoxicity. A positive Troponin-I Rapid Test result warrants further evaluation and may indicate the need for urgent medical intervention, depending on the clinical context.
Negative Troponin-I Rapid Test result: A negative result suggests that troponin I levels are within the normal range and there is no evidence of acute cardiac injury at the time of testing. However, it’s important to note that troponin I levels can take several hours to rise after cardiac injury. A negative Troponin-I Rapid Test result does not exclude the possibility of cardiac injury if symptoms are consistent with acute myocardial infarction or other cardiac conditions. Additional testing and clinical assessment may be required.
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How much does Troponin-I Rapid Test cost?
The Troponin-I Rapid Test cost is Rs.750, although it is now available for Rs.500 because of the offer.
