Pleural Fluid Examination Report - Delhi
CYTOPATHOLOGY
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Pathology
Also Known As:
Pleural fluid is the thin fluid that normally lubricates the space between the lungs and the chest wall (pleural cavity). When excess fluid accumulates (pleural effusion), it is removed by a procedure called thoracentesis and sent for laboratory examination. A Pleural Fluid Examination Report helps determine the cause of pleural effusion—whether infection, tuberculosis, malignancy, heart failure, liver disease, kidney disease, or other conditions. 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.
No special requirement
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Home Collection: Available
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Reports Available: 1 Day
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) for a test depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
Please note that in uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to the complexity of the test or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed about the estimated TAT at the time of registration or after completion of the test.
