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Galactomannan Test

Name: Galactomannan
Brand: Max Lab
SKU: 30838
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Test Name :	Galactomannan Test
Sample Type :	Blood
Gender :	Both
Age group :	All Age Groups
Report Timeline :	Within 24 Hours
This Test Includes :	Galactomannan Sample Type 2 Tests

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₹ 5500

Galactomannan Test Includes:
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- A serum galactomannan (GM) test is done to diagnose invasive pulmonary aspergillosis, an infection that occurs in those having lung issues like cystic fibrosis or asthma. A serum galactomannan test can be booked at a nominal price from any reputed lab in India. Overview of the Galactomannan Test Aspergillosis is an infection caused by certain types of fungus or mould called ....Read More

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About Galactomannan Test

A serum galactomannan (GM) test is done to diagnose invasive pulmonary aspergillosis, an infection that occurs in those having lung issues like cystic fibrosis or asthma. When is the Galactomannan

A serum galactomannan (GM) test is done to diagnose invasive pulmonary aspergillosis, an infection that occurs in those having lung issues like cystic fibrosis or asthma.

When is the Galactomannan Blood Test Prescribed?

Doctors prescribe a diagnosis process based on the medical history and symptoms of patients. Along with a galactomannan blood test, they may also order imaging procedures like CT scans and X-rays to detect diverse types of aspergillosis. Since the signs and symptoms of this infection look similar to other types of illness, doctors may need to do these tests to confirm or rule out the condition. Galactomannan test looks for infections to detect them at the earliest and start treatment before they turn into severe stages. The doctors prescribe this test for those with the following symptoms of infections or allergic reactions in the lungs.

Fever
Chest pain
Coughing (sometimes with blood)
Noisy breathing
Shortness of breath (dyspnea)
Weight loss and fatigue (chronic pulmonary aspergillosis)

If the aspergillosis moves to other parts of the body, such as the skin, eyes, brain, sinuses, stomach, and intestine, etc., symptoms may also include:

Reduced sense of smell
Blurred vision
Seizures
Red, hardened patches on the skin
Nasal pain and stuffy nose
Abdominal pain
Swelling on one side of the face

Galactomannan Test Procedure

It is a blood test in which a healthcare provider collects a small blood sample or bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid samples. Later, the sample is sent to the lab for analysis. The test can help doctors detect invasive aspergillosis early in people with weak immune systems. In addition, the healthcare provider may also collect samples of other body fluids like mucus (sputum) or fluid from around the spinal cord, lungs, or brain to confirm the infection.

Galactomannan Test Result

If the test result for the galactomannan test is positive, it signifies the occurrence of galactomannan antigen in the serum. While the normal galactomannan level is between 1.92 and 7.3 mg/dl, a greater value is considered positive. Additionally, a positive galactomannan test result can be an indication of invasive aspergillosis, especially in high-risk patients, including those with immunocompromised conditions, thus creating a necessity for a closer analysis of the patient.

Time Required for Galactomannan Blood Test Report + Next Steps

A galactomannan test can be booked online from Max Lab at a reasonable cost. The results of the galactomannan lab test are available within a few days and can be collected from the lab or downloaded from the Max Lab website. It is advised for patients to seek consultation and follow instructions from their doctors, who will prescribe the proper treatment plan or order further tests if required.

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You can easily book a Galactomannan with Max Lab by Max Hospitals. Just follow these simple steps:

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Select Galactomannan from the "Book a test" button or search from the search bar on the website or Max Lab App.
Add other tests that you want to include with Galactomannan for home collection.
Choose a convenient date and time slot for sample collection.
A trained and certified phlebotomist will visit your preferred location — home or office — at the scheduled time to collect your blood sample safely.
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The sample will be processed at the nearest Max Hospital or Max Laboratory, and your test reports will be delivered within the specified time.
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