INR (International Normalized Ratio) Test and Its Cost

What is an INR Test?

International Normalized Ratio test determines how long it takes for blood to clot. It is also referred to as prothrombin time or INR. It is used to track the effects of blood-thinning medications, also known as anticoagulants. The INR is also used to determine whether you have a clotting disorder or not. An INR test determines how long it takes for a blood clot to form in a sample of blood. An INR (international normalised ratio) is a calculation based on the results of an INR test.

Other Names: Prothrombin time test

Why INR test done?

The INR test is most commonly used to:

• Check to see how well warfarin is working. Warfarin is a blood thinner used to treat and prevent dangerous blood clots. (Warfarin is commonly marketed under the brand name Coumadin.)
• Determine the cause of abnormal blood clots.
• Determine the cause of unusual bleeding.
• Before surgery, check the clotting function.
• Check for liver issues and other blood-related disorders.

How does one prepare for the test? 

• No specific preparation such as fasting is needed for this test however your doctors may ask you to stop taking a few medications such as anticoagulants, aspirin, etc.
• Avoid taking drugs before the test as it may alter the test results
• Take rest and stay calm.

What is the procedure for an INR (International Normalized Ratio) Test?

• A lab technician will tie a plastic rubber band around your arm to find the vein
• Then after finding the vein, the area from which the blood sample will be drawn is cleaned using an alcohol swab to avoid infections
• After this, the blood sample is taken out
• After getting the desired sample the puncture site is covered with the bandage to avoid bleeding
• A blood sample is then sent to the lab for further analysis

Aftercare

Just leave your dressing strip for at least 15 minutes after the sample collection

INR Normal range 

• International normalised ratio (INR) of 0.8 to 1.2 sec 
• INR of 2 to 3 if you are taking anticoagulants.

What do the INR results indicate

If your INR test result or INR level is high it means that Your blood clotting process is slower than usual. If you are not taking warfarin, this may indicate a liver issue, bleeding, or blood clotting disease,A high score could also indicate insufficient vitamin K intake.

• If you are taking warfarin then your appropriate INR levels should be 2-3
• INR from 2-3 indicates bleeding problems
• INR higher then 3 indicates higher risk of bleeding
• INR lower than 2 indicates a risk of developing a blood clot

INR Test price in Delhi

The INR Test cost varies from INR 100 to INR 500 vary based on the location and the reputation of the diagnostic center. you can book your INR blood test at home with ganesh diagnostic center and get a discount uINRo 50% off

Required Documents for INR Test

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

Why you should choose ganesh diagnostic centre

• We provide high standard quality services at an affordable price
• Free home sample collection is available
• 100% accurate result is provided as patients health is our top priority
• Emergency test services are available 24*7*365 days