CYTOPATHOLOGY
Pericardial Fluid Examination Report
About This Test
A Pericardial Fluid Examination is a laboratory analysis of the fluid obtained from the pericardial sac (the space around the heart). This test helps determine the cause of pericardial effusion (fluid accumulation around the heart). Sample is collected by pericardiocentesis performed by a cardiologist. The fluid is interpreted by analysing cell count , sugar & protein level, type of cells, presence of coagulum & bacteriological status. Comment is also made on presence of malignant cells, mesothelial cells and macrophages. Protein level helps to divide the fluid into exudates and transudate. If sugar levels are reduced, acute inflammation is suspected.Report is interpreted as malignan/suspicious/inflammatory/ transudate/Negative for malignancy. Advisory services are provided wherever required.
Test Parameters (23)
- ACID FAST BACILLI (AFB SMEAR)
- AMOUNT
- APPEARANCE
- BIOCHEMISTRY
- BLOOD
- COAGULUM
- COLOUR
- COMMENTS
- CYTOLOGY
- CYTOPATH NO.
- DEPOSIT
- DIFFERENTIAL CELL COUNT
- EOSINOPHILS
- GLUCOSE
- GRAM STAIN
- GROSS EXAMINATION
- IMPRESSION
- LYMPHOCYTES
- MICROBIOLOGY
- MONOCYTES
- NEUTROPHILS
- TLC
- TOTAL PROTEIN
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
No special requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
It involves examining cells from body fluids or minor procedures to detect infections or
cancer.
cancer.
Common samples include FNAC (needle aspiration), fluids, and Pap smears.
It may cause slight discomfort but is generally well tolerated.
Most cytology reports are ready within 24–48 hours.
To identify lumps, swellings, infections and early cancerous changes.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
