Pleural Fluid Protein - Book Test at Low Cost

Testing pleural fluid helps to find out if there are pleural effusions. A pleural effusion happens when too much fluid builds up between the lungs and the pleural tissue that covers the lungs.

Pleural effusion results from excess fluid in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe and causing other complications.

Pleural fluid testing is critical in determining the cause of a pleural effusion. Identifying the underlying cause of a pleural effusion through pleural fluid testing can help guide treatment.

Why done? 

Some patients with pleural effusion have no symptoms, and the condition is discovered on a routine chest x-ray. The patient may have unrelated symptoms from the underlying disease or condition. A pleural effusion can cause:

• Orthopnoea 
• Chest pain
• Dyspnea (shortness of breath)
• Dry, non-productive cough

Procedure

The lab technician will provide details. 

How does one prepare for the test? 

No preparation is needed.

Required documents for Pleural Fluid Protein test

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

After care

No care is required.

Cost of Pleural Fluid Protein test in Delhi: 

The Pleural Fluid Protein test cost varies INR 150 to INR 1550 by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.