Cryptosporidium Anti - Book Test at Low Cost

What is Cryptosporidium Anti Test?

Cryptosporidium is a parasite that causes cryptosporidiosis, which is characterized by frequent, watery diarrhea. Cryptosporidium is the leading cause of water-related diarrhea outbreaks and the third leading cause of diarrhea.

Cryptosporidiosis in human beings is caused by coccidian parasite- Cryptosporidium parvum.

The acute symptoms include the following:

1. Watery diarrhea
2. Abdominal cramps
3. Loss of appetite
4. Low grade fever
5. Loss of weight
6. Nausea and vomiting- lasts for several days to over a month.

Severe, persistent infections can occur in immunocompromised patients. Infection may also be asymptomatic. The parasite has been implicated in several major waterborne outbreaks worldwide.

Why is Cryptosporidium Anti Test done?

In case, you have developed cryptosporidiosis, the symptoms would usually appear 2 to 10 days (on average 7 days) after becoming infected with the parasite.

Feces are the most frequently examined sample while also sometimes small bowel aspirates, or biopsies or even the tissue samples might be available.

Presently, it is seen that the Cryptosporidium would be diagnosed by number of techniques that include- microscopic examination either by one of the following:

1. Wet mounts of preparation
2. Staining the smears with the modified acid-fast stain
3. By fluorescent stains.
4. The Immunological methods detecting both the antigen and the antibody are also available.
5. The Histological examination of biopsy and various other molecular methods for detection of DNA are also present.

What is the procedure for Cryptosporidium Anti Test?

The Stool samples are tested for the presence of cryptosporidiosis.

 Because detecting Cryptosporidium is difficult, patients may be asked to submit several stool samples over the course of several days.

How is cryptosporidiosis diagnosed?

1. Cryptosporidiosis is diagnosed with a stool sample.
2. Your healthcare professional would give you a sterile container and further instructions on how to obtain the sample.
3. In order to maintain consistency over the detection of the microorganisms in the stool sample, the patient may be asked to submit it over a course of a few days.
4. Your healthcare professional would also do a physical exam and ask about your symptoms and health history.
5. People who get infected with the Crypto shed this parasite in their stool while they have the symptoms. It is seen that for around 2 weeks the parasite can be detected even after symptoms have stopped.

Guidelines to follow before, during and after the test

Here are some guidelines an individual can refer to once they have decided to undergo a test to detect Cryptosporidium test

The required documents needed for this test includes your valid government ID and an appropriate Doctor’s prescription.

Note: The stool samples will be tested for the presence of the microorganism cryptosporidiosis.

It has been seen that detecting Cryptosporidium is difficult, so the patients might be asked to submit multiple stool samples over the course of the following few days.

Before the Test

No specific preparation is needed before the test.

During the Test

Submit the sample to Ganesh Diagnostic Center or the technician would pick the sample from home for further testing for a few days.

After the test

No particular care is required, once the test sample has been collected.

Molecular Methods of detection

PCR has been employed for the detection of Cryptosporidium species in the clinical samples, its prevalence in the stool samples are high in India. Generally, the finding of Cryptosporidium by using PCR has sensitivity which is say- between 97% and 100% and its presents with a specificity of 100%.

Why should Ganesh diagnostic and Imaging Centre be your preference for Screening Tests?

At Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre, we are known for providing excellent service and care to its patients for decades. Lakhs of satisfied patients over the years!

It is an established and renowned diagnostic centre since 2001.

Their excellence is backed by NABH and NABL Accreditations. 

NABH accreditation is proof of highest standard of care and service provided to the patients. NABL accreditation reflects the competency of laboratories and equipment based on some national and international standards.

Test report is available digitally too.

Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre is a one-stop solution for getting all kinds of tests done, as all services are available under one roof.

The aim of GDIC is to provide world’s finest technology at the lowest price. 

The rates of scans are reasonably priced. Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Centre also offer FLAT 50% OFF on many tests. 

Patients can rely upon test reports as reports are 100% accurate.

The Cost of Cryptosporidium Anti Test in Delhi:

The Cryptosporidium Anti Test costs vary by region and facility. So, get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. Training and experienced professionals are staffed to assure patient and visitor safety.