Vitamin K test in Chennai
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How to Book A Vitamin K test in Chennai?
What is the Vitamin K test used for?
This test is primarily used to detect vitamin K insufficiency, but it can also be used to examine and diagnose the disorders listed below:
- Liver disease
- Infant hemorrhagic disease
- Hypoprothrombinemia
- Bleeding Disorders
What is included in the Vitamin K test?
It is rare to order vitamin K level tests since they are rarely available. The test is rarely used to screen for or to assist in diagnosing vitamin K deficiency since abnormal bleeding and easy bruising is usually signs of a vitamin K deficiency. A prothrombin time test is a primary test used to evaluate the bleeding (PT). If the PT results are prolonged and it is considered that this is due to a lack of vitamin K, oral supplements or injections of vitamin K are given. If the bleeding stops and the PT/INR levels return to normal, a vitamin K shortage is suspected as the culprit.
Procedure for Vitamin K test
The phlebotomist would first wrap a tourniquet around your arm, then wipe the region with antiseptic; he would then use a regular size syringe to identify the nearest vein and take the needed volume of blood into a tiny container. This sample is then analysed to establish whether or not you are deficient in vitamin K. If you are indeed deficient in vitamin K, your doctor may recommend new dietary changes and vitamin supplements oral or injectable to assist in raising vitamin K levels in your body.
How to prepare for the Vitamin K test?
In general, no extra preparation is required to complete this test; nevertheless, it is recommended that you wear short sleeves to provide your healthcare practitioner free access to your arm. The test is rather easy, and once your doctor has received his sample, he will quickly analyse the blood to determine the quantity of vitamin K in it. A vitamin K deficiency may be crippling, causing exhaustion over time. It is critical that you keep your doctor up to date on your current health issues and the drugs you are taking since this might affect the level of vitamin K in your blood.
Things to consider after the Vitamin K test is complete
Consult your doctor once the test results are available, and he or she will prescribe therapy based on the results. Please do not attempt to self-diagnose your medical problem.
*What types of infection can Vitamin K test detect?
Vitamin K is a class of fat-soluble vitamins that aid in clotting, bone development, and cardiovascular health. A lack of vitamin K can lead to substantial bleeding, and some studies show a probability of poor bone formation, osteoporosis, and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
How much does a Vitamin K test cost?*
City | Test Price Starting from |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Delhi | ₹ 2400.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Gurgaon | ₹ 2400.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Noida | ₹ 2400.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Faridabad | ₹ 2400.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Ghaziabad | ₹ 2400.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Chennai | ₹ 2400.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Hyderabad | ₹ 2400.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Mumbai | ₹ 2400.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Thane | ₹ 2400.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Visakhapatnam | ₹ 3485.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Bangalore | ₹ 3485.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Ahmedabad | ₹ 3485.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Kolkata | ₹ 3485.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Indore | ₹ 3485.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Pune | ₹ 3485.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Amritsar | ₹ 3485.0 |
Book Vitamin K Cost in Coimbatore | ₹ 3485.0 |
*Disclaimer: The value varies based on location, time, and your preferred lab partner.
How long does it take to get the results for the Vitamin K test?
You can expect to get the results for the Vitamin K test within 24 to 48 hours after the sample is collected. However, in certain cases, depending on the location, medical advice and preferred lab partner, it may take longer.
What do abnormal Vitamin K test results indicate?
Severe vitamin K deficiency can result in bruising and bleeding because the blood takes longer to clot. It’s very rare for adults to have Vitamin K deficiency it’s more commonly found in babies. Because the body requires vitamin K for healthy bone, vitamin K deficiency may impair bone strength and cause osteoporosis.
The normal range for vitamin K is 0.2-3.2 ng/mL, although one source claims that levels below 0.5 ng/mL are related to poor blood coagulation. According to another source, the reference range is 0.10-2.2 ng/mL. Vitamin K is usually not tested as the deficiency is diagnosed by simply doing a blood coagulation test called Prothrombin Time (PT). If the PT is prolonged you would be diagnosed with Vitamin K deficiency.
Disclaimer: Please consult with your doctor for interpreting the test reports.
What is the Vitamin K test?
Vitamin K is essential for coagulation, often known as blood clotting. Clotting is a mechanism that aids in the prevention of excessive bleeding both within and outside the body. Vitamin K is required by your body to create the proteins involved in the clotting process. Your body does not have enough of these proteins if you are vitamin K deficient. Bleeding excessively is a symptom of vitamin K insufficiency.
Scientists also believe that vitamin K helps bones grow and stay strong, but they are still researching this. Vitamin K levels tests are not widely available and are seldom ordered. They are not commonly used to screen for or diagnose vitamin K deficiencies since a shortage of vitamin K is generally identified when there is unexpected or excessive bleeding or easy bruising.
How to read the Vitamin K test report?
A doctor will inquire about a person’s medical history to check whether they have any risk factors for vitamin K insufficiency.
A coagulation test is known as the prothrombin time, or the clinician may use PT test. They collect a small amount of blood and then add chemicals to see how long it takes to clot.
The clotting time for blood is normally 11 to 13.5 seconds. It might be due to a vitamin K shortage if it takes longer.
Before conducting this blood test, people may need to avoid meals high in vitamin K.
The normal range for vitamin K is 0.2-3.2 ng/mL, although one source claims that levels below 0.5 ng/mL are related to poor blood coagulation. According to another source, the reference range is 0.10-2.2 ng/mL.
Why book a Vitamin K test?
A prothrombin time test is a primary test used to evaluate the bleeding (PT). If the PT results are prolonged, and it is considered that this is due to a lack of vitamin K, oral supplements or injections of vitamin K are given.
Vitamin K test at home – how does it work?
The Vitamin K test is just like any other blood test. A lab technician visits your home when you book your tests through the MFine app. The lab technician first cleans the arm and then inserts a syringe into a vein. The required amount of blood is then taken into a vial. The lab technician then removes the needle and places cotton wool or a bandage over the prick.
Are there any risks involved with Vitamin K tests?
Adults are more likely to suffer from vitamin K insufficiency and the related symptoms if they:
- Use blood thinners, also known as anticoagulants, which prevent clots but decrease vitamin K activation
- Take antibiotics that inhibit vitamin K synthesis and absorption
- Don’t obtain enough vitamin K from their diets
What can affect the results of the Vitamin K test?
Many medicines can interfere with vitamin K’s effects. Antacids, blood thinners, antibiotics, aspirin, and medications for cancer, seizures, and other disorders.
Why Book the Vitamin K test ?
- The necessity to book a vitamin K test is mandatory if a person is going through excessive bleeding frequently. The bleeding can be observed during a wound or in women at the time of menstruation. Sometimes patients observe blood flow during urination and in stools. This is a severe indication of internal bleeding, which needs emergency assistance. Booking the vitamin K test will help the specialist to diagnose the prothrombin count. This count is responsible for clotting the blood at an accurate time.
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What do Abnormal Results Indicate?
- The abnormalities in the test result of the vitamin K test will denote the blood deficiencies in the patient body.
- The inability to get healthy fats from the blood content is an abnormal indication of the vitamin K test. The blood has a lot of healthy content, which affects the human body in many healthy ways. Vitamin K has the agents responsible for saving the blood from excessive flow.
- The continuous infections in the gallbladder, liver and intestine with a frequent stomach ache, diarrhea, and other infection are some indications of the vitamin K test.
- Disclaimer: It has been advised to always consult with your doctor for interpreting the test reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions | FAQs
Can I avail at-home sample collection in Chennai?
Yes, MFine makes it possible for you to avail of this facility. The app gives you assistance to provide the samples on your doorstep and even collect the test results. You just have to book the testing on the app with all the details regarding the test and select your suitable date and timing for the sample collection.
What is the cost of the vitamin K test in Chennai?
The common charges of vitamin K testing in Chennai are around INR 1500 to 2400. These charges undergo variation due to many conditions. The emergency testing and immediate reports may cost the higher rates. The laboratories in the hospital premises sometimes have lower charges than the private laboratories.
I stay in Mumbai. Can I book a vitamin K test for my grandfather staying in Chennai?
Yes, this is an easy step-through MFine app to book the test for a distant location. Through a MFine app, while booking the test, one can select a suitable location and time slot with the detailed address of the patient. The details like time slot and date must be present in the booking.
How can I reschedule my appointment for the vitamin K test?
Yes, it is an easy step to reschedule your appointment for your vitamin K test. On the MFine app on your booking status, you can reschedule your booking by giving the new time slot and date details. This process is quick and convenient to reschedule your booking for sample collection.
Is the lab technician coming for vitamin K test sample collection vaccinated?
Yes. Our lab technicians are fully vaccinated. Further, they also ensure safety throughout by wearing a mask and using sanitizer and gloves during sample collection.
When is the Vitamin K test recommended?
The patient dealing with the problem of excessive bleeding with low clotting is the most recommended condition for a vitamin K test. The bleeding can be observed if it is external, like at the time of wound or injury or in women during menstrual cycles. Internal bleeding requires specialist attention and diagnosis.
Is a prescription required to book a vitamin K test?
No, the prescription is not required to book a vitamin K test on MFine. The specialist may be required to get an opinion to check the result of test reports. Sometimes the specialist recommends this test.
Does MFine provide result interpretation along with the reports?
Yes, MFine provides result interpretation along with the reports. Also, you will be able to avail a free doctor consultation after the lab test to understand your reports accurately. Our doctor will also advise and prescribe medicines if required based on the results.
Is the vitamin K test definitive?
No, the vitamin K test does not fall under the category of the definite test.
What other tests are usually recommended along with the Vitamin K test?
The other recommended test during the testing of vitamin K test is vitamin B12, vitamin B7, and vitamin B5. This is sometimes necessary to check the balance level in the other vitamins present in the blood.
What diseases can be detected through the vitamin K test?
Vitamin K test denotes some chance of diseases relating to intestinal infections and internal bleeding. The other detectable diseases in the vitamin K test are cystic fibrosis and celiac disease.
- How can I download my Vitamin K test report?
- – Login to MFine
- – Go to your profile
- – Click Attachment and Reports
- Click Lab Report and download the same.
Are there any discount offers running on vitamin K tests in Chennai?
Usually, you can avail yourself up to a 50% discount on the Vitamin K test through MFine. However, the discount and test price may vary based on lab partner and location.