About This Test
The Peripheral Smear for Malaria Parasite test is a microscopic examination of a patient’s blood sample to detect malaria parasites. Malaria is a disease caused by a parasite which spreads to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. People who have malaria usually feel very sick with high fever and shaking chills. Some individuals develop complications and suffer from serious disease. Malaria is of 4 types and all types can be identified by this test.
Test Parameters (3)
- MALARIAL PARASITE (THICK & THIN SMEAR)
- STAGE
- TYPE
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
No special requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Microbiology tests detect disease-causing microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites in samples like blood, urine, sputum, stool, pus, or body fluids.
No special preparation.
Mon-Sat, sample before 4pm, reports same day and Sunday reports next day.
P/S for Malaria parasite is important because it confirms malaria by directly detecting the parasite in blood and helps identify the type and severity of infection.
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.
