Question 1

Are MFine's lab partners NABL accredited?

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Yes, all our lab partners are NABL (National Accreditation Board of Testing and Calibration of Laboratories)-accredited labs. Thyrocare, Prima Diagnostics, Neuberg, Healthians, to name a few, are our top lab partners. Most of our lab partners have state-of-the-art infrastructure facilities for diagnostic tests.

Question 2

Can I avail at-home sample collection for Stress Assessment on weekends?

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Yes, we provide sample collections on all days of the week. The timings can vary based on the test, and tests that require 8 to 10 hours of fasting may have morning slots.

Question 3

Is fasting required for Stress Assessment?

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Yes, fasting is prescribed by doctors for stress assessment. Mostly this test is performed in the morning, so fasting before 10-12 hours is recommended. For accurate results, it is safer to do a stress test on an empty stomach.

Question 4

What samples are collected for Stress Assessment?

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The blood, urine, and saliva samples are collected for this particular test. The healthcare practitioner takes the samples and collects in a test tube, and further analysis is done.

Question 5

When will I receive my test results for Stress Assessment?

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You will receive your test results within 48 hours of sample collection. You can download your reports on the MFine web and app platforms.

Question 6

Will I get the result interpretation for my test results?

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You will have a free doctor consultation along with your test results for Stress Assessment test. Our senior doctor will help you understand your results accurately and advise medications and lifestyle changes wherever required.

Question 7

Which is the best place in India for Stress Assessment?

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MFine is the most trusted healthcare provider which aims to deliver simple, fast, and effective diagnoses. It has a more intelligent and improved healthcare delivery experience for everyone. Using the latest technology, the smartphone is a perfect health companion for users, helping them every step of the way in recovering from sickness and/or keeping good health.

Question 8

Can Stress Assessment detect cancer?

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While a few of the tests included in the package may indicate the chances of cancerous growth, it is not definitive. It is always advisable to follow up with a doctor and undergo further testing.

Question 9

Biomarkers test vs. Exercise Stress test

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Biomarkers test vs exercise stress test: In biomarkers test, in this process, the levels of cortisol (hormone secreted by adrenal gland) and other blood parameters that are affected by stress. Significant correlations have been observed between blood cortisol concentrations, especially during stress whereas in exercise stress tests you have to walk or run on the treadmill you will be hooked to an electrocardiogram (EKG) machine that will monitor your heart to understand how your heart is cpoing up with Physical stress.

Question 10

Can the Stress Assessment detect common conditions or diseases associated with the test?

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HbA1c can help identify the risk factor of diabetic patients who are at greater risk for coronary artery disease and heart attack. HbA1c is of interest because the stress response causes an increase in blood glucose. When blood glucose is elevated, glycosylated proteins form. Glucose is released into the bloodstream during the stress responses. Therefore, frequent activation of the stress response system is believed to increase HbA1c levels.

Question 11

What are the types of Stress Assessment that were performed?

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Most importantly, there are three types of stress tests: exercise stress tests, nuclear stress tests, and stress echocardiograms.
Exercise stress test: You will walk on a treadmill or ride a bicycle slowly. A healthcare provider will place several electrodes on your arm, chest, and legs. These electrodes are attached by wires to an electrocardiogram (EKG) machine, which records your heart’s electrical activity.
Nuclear stress test: This test helps your doctor to know which parts of your heart are healthy and working well and which do not. You&rsquo;ll get a shot of a very small and harmless amount of radioactive substance, then your doctor will use a special camera to see the blood flow to your heart muscle. This will be done first while you&rsquo;re at rest and again after you exercise.
Blood test: Blood tests like CBC, hormones tests can be used to estimate how much stress one is experiencing. A cortisol blood test is one of the vital parameters commonly used in blood tests. Cortisol is a hormone that is released by the adrenal glands when one is under stress. Higher levels of cortisol would indicate higher levels of stress.

Question 12

Why is it important to measure stress?

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Stress is a very popular topic these days. Not even a single day passes without talking or dealing with stress. Given the negative impact of stress on our health and how it affects us psychologically and physically, many types of stress management therapies have been put forward to decrease stress and promote well-being.

Question 13

How do you assess the level of stress?

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The Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) is the most widely used psychological instrument for measuring the perception of stress. It is a measure of the degree to which situations in one’s life are appraised as stressful. Items were designed to tap how unpredictable, uncontrollable, and overloaded respondents find their lives.

Question 14

What are the causes of stress?

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Acknowledging the sources of stress is the first step in starting any treatment. Some common reasons are workplace-related issues, losing a job, increase in financial obligations, chronic illness or injury, the environment at home, death of a loved one, among other factors. Psychiatrists will help you alleviate the mental disorders by giving proper therapy resulting from prolonged stress levels. However, it is important to check the metabolic disorders of the body as a result of high-stress levels.

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