Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel (Biofire Filmarray) - Delhi
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
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Also Known As:
The ME Panel is a rapid multiplex PCR test performed on cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) to detect the most common viral, bacterial, and fungal causes of meningitis and encephalitis. It provides results in about 2 hours , drastically faster than traditional diagnostic methods. This test involves 7viruses and 6 bacteria and 1 fungus. This test is useful in early Optimization of Antimicrobial Therapy.
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Home Collection: Not Available
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Reports Available: 1 Day
Frequently Asked Questions
Molecular testing is a type of laboratory test that analyzes molecules in the body—usually DNA, RNA, or proteins—to detect diseases, infections, genetic conditions, or other biological changes using advanced technique like PCR.
No special preparation.
Sample before 5pm, reports in 2-3 hours. After 5pm report next day morning 11am.
Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel (Biofire FilmArray) is important because it allows rapid and accurate detection of pathogens causing meningitis and encephalitis, which are life-threatening infections of the brain and spinal cord.
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.
