Labtests
Community Healthcare Clinics - Labtests
Community Healthcare Clinics offers a wide range of lab tests and diagnostic services.
Fluid AFB Smear
A Fluid AFB Smear is a diagnostic test used to detect acid-fast bacilli (AFB) in a sample of fluid taken from various parts of the body. The fluid could be from different sources, such as pleural fluid, peritoneal fluid, pericardial fluid, synovial fluid, or ascitic fluid. The primary use of this test is to identify mycobacterial infections, particularly tuberculosis (TB), in these bodily fluids. It is commonly performed when an infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis or other non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) is suspected in the body.
Fluid for Amylase
A fluid for amylase test usually refers to a sample of bodily fluid (commonly blood or urine) tested to measure levels of the enzyme amylase. Amylase is an enzyme that helps break down carbohydrates and is primarily produced by the pancreas and the salivary glands. Elevated or decreased levels of amylase in bodily fluids can provide important information about pancreatic health and digestive issues.
Fluid for Creatinine
A fluid for creatinine test refers to the measurement of creatinine levels in a bodily fluid, typically urine or ascitic fluid (fluid that accumulates in the abdomen). Creatinine is a waste product generated from muscle metabolism, and its levels are often measured to assess kidney function, as it is normally filtered out of the blood by the kidneys and excreted in the urine.
Fluid for lipase
A fluid for lipase test refers to the measurement of lipase enzyme levels in a bodily fluid sample, often blood or fluid aspirated from the abdomen (such as ascitic fluid or peritoneal fluid). Lipase is an enzyme primarily produced by the pancreas that helps break down fats in the digestive system. When the pancreas is inflamed or damaged, lipase levels can become elevated in the blood or other bodily fluids.
Fluid for pH
A fluid for pH test refers to the measurement of the pH level in a bodily fluid sample, such as blood, urine, ascitic fluid, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), or synovial fluid. The pH level indicates the acidity or alkalinity of a solution, which is important in assessing various physiological processes and diagnosing certain conditions.
Fluid for pH
A fluid for pH test refers to the measurement of the pH level in a bodily fluid sample, such as blood, urine, ascitic fluid, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), or synovial fluid. The pH level indicates the acidity or alkalinity of a solution, which is important in assessing various physiological processes and diagnosing certain conditions.
FNA with Procedure
FNA (Fine Needle Aspiration) is a medical procedure used to obtain a small sample of tissue or fluid from a lump, nodule, or mass for diagnostic purposes. It is a minimally invasive technique used to diagnose a variety of conditions, particularly to assess whether a mass is benign or malignant. FNA is often performed under local anesthesia and guided by imaging techniques such as ultrasound or CT scans for accuracy.
Gamma GT
Gamma-glutamyl transferase (Gamma GT or GGT) is an enzyme found primarily in the liver, as well as in other organs such as the kidneys, pancreas, and spleen. It plays a role in the breakdown of proteins and the metabolism of glutathione, an antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage.
Gastric Lavage AFB Smear
A Gastric Lavage AFB Smear is a diagnostic test used to detect acid-fast bacilli (AFB), such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis (the bacteria responsible for tuberculosis), in gastric lavage fluid. Gastric lavage involves washing the stomach with a sterile fluid and then collecting the fluid for analysis. This procedure is typically performed when there is a suspicion of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) in children or in cases where a sputum sample cannot be easily obtained.
Globulin
Globulin is a group of proteins in the blood that are involved in a variety of functions, including immune response, transport of substances, and blood clotting. Unlike albumin, which is primarily involved in maintaining blood volume and pressure, globulins are more diverse and can be categorized into different types based on their functions and properties.
Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)
The Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT) is a medical test that assesses how well the body processes glucose, the primary sugar used for energy. It is primarily used to diagnose diabetes, gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy), and other conditions related to abnormal glucose metabolism.
Gram Stain
Gram Stain is a laboratory staining technique used to classify bacteria into two broad categories: Gram-positive and Gram-negative. The Gram Stain is one of the most widely used methods in microbiology to help identify bacterial infections and guide treatment decisions, as the classification of bacteria into these two groups informs the choice of antibiotics.