Japanese Encephalitis Virus- RT-PCR
Overview of Japanese Encephalitis Virus- RT-PCR in Kottayam
What is the Japanese encephalitis virus RT-PCR test?
JEV RNA, which causes viral encephalitis spread by mosquitoes, is detected by the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) RT-PCR test.
When is the Japanese encephalitis virus RT-PCR test recommended?
Particularly in endemic regions, it is advised for patients exhibiting encephalitis symptoms like fever, seizures, and altered mental status.
How is the test performed?
Reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) is used to identify viral RNA in a sample of blood or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).
What do the results indicate?
Positive result: Verifies that JEV infection is active.
A negative result means that there is no discernible JEV infection.
Test included
- Japanese Encephalitis Virus- Rt-pcr
Doctor information
Test code
RD1420
CPT and Loinc codes
Department
- Molecular Biology
Turn around time
Same Day
Test run frequency
Every Day TIME - 10:00
Performing locations
1 labs across India
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Csf | Plain Sterile Vaccutainer | 1 ML |
Specimen stability information
Csf
Collection instructions
Age,Gender,Clinical history required
Test price
₹3885
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