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    What is Indirect Coombs Test (ICT) Test?

    The Coombs test is used to identify antibodies that may target red blood cells. Antibodies are essential to the immune system, typically working to protect the body from harmful invaders like bacteria, viruses, and toxins. However, there are instances when antibodies may mistakenly attack the body's own healthy cells. The Indirect Coombs Test (ICT), often referred to as the "antibody screen," specifically detects antibodies in the blood that could bind to red blood cells. This test is commonly used as a screening tool to evaluate potential reactions during blood transfusions and is frequently included in routine prenatal care. It identifies a variety of minor antibodies that might cause complications for either the baby or the mother in need of a transfusion. While not all detected antibodies are harmful, knowing the exact antibody type can offer important insights.

    The Indirect Coombs test in Hyderabad is a dependable method for spotting antibodies that could impact transfusion safety. For expectant mothers, this test offers an opportunity to ensure a healthy pregnancy and a safe delivery.

    Indirect Coombs Test (ICT) Test Parameters

    The Indirect Coombs test examines antibodies in the bloodstream that could attack red blood cells, particularly in cases where the mother is Rh-negative, and the baby is Rh-positive. If you have Rh-negative blood (such as AB-, O-, A-, or B-), your red blood cells do not contain the Rh factor, while Rh-positive individuals have this specific marker. If an Rh-negative mother is carrying an Rh-positive baby, her immune system may mistakenly produce antibodies against the Rh factor. This generally doesn’t affect the first pregnancy, as the body needs time to produce these antibodies. However, in later pregnancies with an Rh-positive baby, the antibodies in the mother’s bloodstream may attack the baby’s red blood cells, leading to Rh disease (destruction of the baby’s red blood cells), which can cause anaemia, jaundice, and other complications. These problems tend to worsen with each Rh-positive pregnancy, which is why the ICT test is critical for monitoring and managing these potential risks.

    Indirect Coombs Test (ICT) Test Preparation

    Before you take the Indirect Coombs test, keep the following guidelines in mind:

    • Prerequisites: Fasting is not necessary before undergoing the Indirect Coombs test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested: This test can be taken at any time during the day.

    • Who Should Get an Indirect Coombs Test: Pregnant individuals, particularly during the first trimester, should undergo this test to check for antibodies that may pose a risk to the baby's health or lead to complications in pregnancy .

    • Cautions Before Taking an Indirect Coombs Test: No specific precautions are needed prior to the Indirect Coombs test.

    Why Take the Indirect Coombs Test (ICT) Test?

    Undergoing an Indirect Coombs test is required for: ● Antibody Detection : The test identifies antibodies in your bloodstream that may attach to your red blood cells. ● Transfusion Compatibility Testing : It is used to determine how your body might respond to a blood transfusion. ● Prenatal Care : It is a routine part of prenatal testing to track any risks during pregnancy. ● Diagnosing Newborn Jaundice : If jaundice is present in a newborn, the Coombs test may be conducted to check for antibodies on the baby's red blood cells.

    FAQs on Indirect Coombs Test (ICT) Test in Hyderabad

    The cost of the Indirect Coombs test in Hyderabad is ₹800 . This includes fast home sample collection within 60 minutes after booking.

    Yes, home sample collection is available for the Indirect Coombs Test in Hyderabad. Once the test is booked, an eMedic will arrive at your location within 60 minutes to collect the sample.

    The Indirect Coombs test helps detect antibodies in your blood that may attack red blood cells. It is used to assess compatibility for blood transfusions and monitor potential complications during pregnancy.

    No, fasting is not required for the Indirect Coombs test.

    To book your test, follow these steps: ● Find the Test : Locate the Indirect Coombs test for Hyderabad on the Orange Health website. ● Confirm the Test : Choose the test, review the details, enter your location, and select a convenient time for sample collection. ● Sample Collection : A trained eMedic will visit your home to collect the sample at the scheduled time. ● Laboratory Analysis : The sample will be tested at our ICMR-approved and NABL-accredited laboratory. ● Receive Results : The results will be delivered via email or WhatsApp within 6 hours, and can also be accessed via the Orange Health app.

    The results of the Indirect Coombs test can be negative, equivocal, or positive. A negative result suggests the absence of antibodies in the blood, an equivocal result indicates the possibility of low antibody levels requiring further investigation, and a positive result reveals antibodies that may need additional follow-up.

    After booking the ICT test, your sample will be collected within 60 minutes, and your reports will be ready within 6 hours.

    The frequency of the Indirect Coombs test depends on your individual medical needs, and your doctor will guide you on how often to get it done.

    This test looks for antibodies in the blood that may attack red blood cells. It is used to check compatibility for blood transfusions and monitor risks during pregnancy.

    Orange Health offers fast and convenient home sample collection for the Indirect Coombs test across Hyderabad. You can get the test done without visiting a laboratory in localities such as Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills, Ameerpet, Secunderabad, Kukatpally, Miyapur, Gachibowli, Hitech City, Kondapur, LB Nagar, Madhapur, Patancheru, and many other areas Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills, Gachibowli, Madhapur, Hitech City, Kondapur, Begumpet, Somajiguda, Ameerpet, Panjagutta, Kukatpally, Miyapur, Manikonda, Secunderabad, Tarnaka, Abids, Koti, Mehdipatnam, Dilsukhnagar, Uppal, LB Nagar, Nallagandla, Nizampet, Attapur, Malkajgiri.

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