Wet Smear - Delhi
MICROBIOLOGY
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Pathology
Also Known As:
A Wet Smear (Wet Mount) test is a microscopic examination of a fresh, unstained sample placed on a glass slide with a drop of saline or KOH. It helps detect live cells, parasites, fungi, and microorganisms in various body fluids. It is commonly used for vaginal, urethral, semen, stool, and other fluid samples. The test helps in diagnosing Vaginitis, Vaginitis, Candida infection, Trichomoniasis and more.
- BLOOD.
- COLOUR.
- COMMENTS:
- CONSISTENCY.
- EPITHELIAL CELLS
- MICROSCOPIC
- PUS CELLS
- RBC
- SPECIMEN
- SQUAMOUS EPITHELIAL CELLS
- WET SMEAR
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Home Collection: Not Available
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Reports Available: 1 Day
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.
A wet smear (or wet mount) is important because it allows rapid, direct detection of motile microorganisms and other abnormalities in clinical samples.
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.
