TORCH Profile Eight is a panel of 8 tests that screen for infectious diseases including Toxoplasmosis, Rubella, HSV 1 & 2, and Cytomegalovirus infection.
The TORCH profile test is a group of blood tests that is done to diagnose infections in a mother during pregnancy. These tests are done to assess if the infection has spread to the fetus because it is contagious and if it spreads to the fetus, the childbirth may get complicated. The infections could cause various health problems to the newborn baby such as delayed growth, delayed birth, learning disability, etc.
Considering these facts, the TORCH profile test in Puri is available at affordable prices and should be taken in time to minimize the risk of these infections for the mother, as well as the baby. The tests can be done at home after the booking is complete and when you receive the results, you can interpret them and start your treatment.
| Test Price | Rs. 2366 ( Tax included ) |
| Group Name | Pregnancy & Infertility panel |
| Fasting | Fasting not required |
| Sample Type | Blood |
| Appointment | Online Appointment |
| Booking Procedure | Complete the form online |
| Sample Collection | Expert collect samples at Home |
| Reports | Delivered Online within 24-48 Hrs* |
| Report type | Email & Hardcopy ( On request ) |
In order to detect a number of infections in the mother and her fetus, the TORCH all eight test is done at home, which stands for toxoplasmosis, rubella, cytomegalovirus, and herpes simplex virus. These infections are caused by different reasons and are contagious that could spread to the fetus and cause complications in the pregnancy.
A timely test can help in assessing the particular infection and providing a treatment to help the newborn baby’s normal development and growth. The test results how the levels of antibodies such as IgM and IgG. The higher levels of these antibodies suggest past and present infection in the mother.
TORCH profile test is needed if the mother and baby are showing the following symptoms:
Taking the torch profile test is important for the mother and baby who are at a risk of some infection. It minimizes the adverse effect of the infection and saves the baby from getting any growth-related impairments. To make it accessible for all, the TORCH profile test price in Puri is Rs- 2366, which is at a discount along with a home sample collection.
The procedure of home sample collection is done at home by a phlebotomist after the test is booked by you online. The phlebotomist comes at your place at your chosen date and time of appointment, takes the blood sample, collects it in a container and submits it to the laboratory. The medical professionals at the laboratory perform the quality check of the sample and then do the testing on the high-tech machinery.
Mediyaar is one of the top-notch medical health service providers in the country that is equipped with every essential requirement of the customers. It has the availability of online booking of the tests, and home sample collection. All safety measures are taken properly by the medical professionals at every step of the testing process. In addition to that, the labs are certified by NABL, CAP & ISO which ensures quality check and appropriate results.
| Conducted at | Thyrocare Labs |
| Lab Accreditation | CAP, NABL, ICMR, NGSP, ISO |
| Technology | E.L.I.S.A |
| Supervision | Dr Sachin Patil MD(Path) |
| Results | Highly Specific |
Our labs work 365 days / 24 x 7 to ensure your Torch All Eight samples reach us the same night, before midnight. We are equipped with (MUT) - India's first preanalytical barcoded vial sorter, Sample Sorter & Aptio (Siemens).
Our IT-enabled barcoded bi-directional operating systems & world-class air logistics process your blood samples within the specified time with the utmost accuracy. Once your specimen for Torch All Eight is collected by our phlebotomist, Your reports will be sent to your email id within 24 to 48 hours. For hard copy requests, the reports would be delivered in 3 to 5 days. You will be informed via SMS & email once we process your report.
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The first step of the TORCH profile test is the booking process that can be done on our website. Once the booking and payment is complete, your appointment with the phlebotomist is fixed. Then the phlebotomist arrives at your given address to collect your blood sample. He follows a safety procedure by wearing a mask and a pair of gloves to ensure risk-free process. Once he collects the blood sample through venipuncture, he sends it to the lab for testing.
The TORCH profile test diagnoses infections such as toxoplasmosis (that happens from uncooked or unwashed food), rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex virus, and other infections such as chickenpox, zika virus, etc.
Positive IgM in the test results indicate the presence of a recent infection in the pregnant woman, whereas IgG positive shows an old infection. Both antibodies are capable of indicating present and previous infections in the pregnant woman.
It is definitely possible to get pregnant even after the test result is positive but the condition of the pregnancy depends on the severity of the infection, overall health condition of the mother and the treatment process of the infection during pregnancy.
The test results are provided on email within 24-48 hours after the test is complete, so make sure that you write the correct email address in the form. On the other hand, if you require offline results, they are delivered within 3-5 days at your residence.
Sri sri Haridas Thakur Charitable Dispensary
Grand Rd, Puri, Odisha 752002
Phone No 1800 547 6659
Pathkind Labs
Red Cross Rd, in front of Senapati Sweets, Balikuda Sahi, Puri, Odisha 752002
Phone No 094371 15055
Dr Lal PathLabs
Badashanka, Grand Road, Puri, Orissa, Badashanka, Odisha 752001
Phone No 094370 45667