HAEMATOLOGY
RBC Fragility Test (Osmotic Fragility Test For RBC)
Also Known As:
RBC Fragility Test (Osmotic Fragility Test For RBC)
About This Test
Osmotic fragility measures the red blood cell resistance to being destroyed (hemolysed) while being exposed to varying levels of dilution of saline solution. This test is used to detect conditions such as Hereditary spherocytosis & Thalassemia. Conditions that increase red cell fragility are Hereditary spherocytosis, Autoimmune hemolytic anemia, toxins, poisons, infections & drugs like aspirin. Decreased red cell fragility is seen in Thalassemia, Iron deficiency anemia & Sickle cell anemia.
Test Parameters (4)
- CONTROL RESULT
- MEAN CORPUSCULAR FRAGILITY (50% LYSIS)
- OSMOTIC FRAGILITY ; RBC FRAGILITY
- TEST RESULT
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Days
Frequently Asked Questions
Hematology tests are blood tests that study blood cells and related parameters to assess overall health and detect blood-related disorders.
This Test does not require fasting.
Report Next day except sunday.
The Red Blood Cell (RBC) Fragility Test is important because it evaluates how susceptible your red blood cells are to breaking (hemolysis) under stress, which helps detect certain anemias and hereditary blood disorders.
Yes, fully automated analysers are used.
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.
