Menorrhagia Screen Test
Introduction to the Menorrhagia Screen Test
The Menorrhagia Screen Test is a vital diagnostic tool for women experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding, also known as menorrhagia. This condition can significantly impact a woman’s quality of life, leading to fatigue, anemia, and emotional distress. The test is crucial in identifying potential underlying disorders that may contribute to abnormal bleeding patterns.
What the Test Measures
This test evaluates various coagulation factors that play a critical role in the body’s ability to control bleeding. The components measured include:
- Prothrombin Time
- Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (APTT)
- Factor VIII Functional
- Factor IX
Who Should Consider This Test?
The Menorrhagia Screen Test is recommended for women who experience:
- Heavy menstrual bleeding (more than 80 ml per cycle)
- Periods lasting longer than seven days
- Bleeding between periods
- Symptoms of anemia, such as fatigue or weakness
- Family history of bleeding disorders
Benefits of Taking the Test
Taking the Menorrhagia Screen Test provides several benefits:
- Identifies underlying coagulation disorders
- Guides appropriate treatment options
- Helps in managing symptoms effectively
- Improves overall menstrual health and quality of life
Understanding Your Results
Results from the Menorrhagia Screen Test will provide insights into your coagulation status. A healthcare provider will interpret the results to determine if any abnormalities exist and recommend further action or treatment based on the findings.
Test Pricing
| Discount Price | Regular Price |
|---|---|
| 14,000 KSh | 19,000 KSh |
Sample Collection Instructions
For accurate results, the following instructions must be followed:
- Sample type: 6 mL whole blood in 2 Blue Top (Sodium Citrate) tubes.
- Mix thoroughly by inversion.
- Transport to the lab within 4 hours.
- If delayed, prepare Platelet Poor Plasma (PPP) by centrifuging the sample at 3600 rpm for 15 minutes.
- Transfer supernatant to a clean plastic tube and centrifuge again at 3600 rpm for 15 minutes. Transfer the final supernatant to a labeled clean plastic screw-capped vial and freeze immediately.
- Overnight fasting is preferred.
- Duly filled coagulation Requisition form (Form 15) is mandatory.
- Discontinue Heparin for 1 day and Oral Anticoagulants for 7 days prior to sampling with prior consent from the treating Physician.
Book Your Test Today!
We have branches across Kenya, including Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu, and offer convenient home sample collection services. Don’t wait to take control of your menstrual health. Book the Menorrhagia Screen Test today! Call or WhatsApp us at +254711564616 for more information.
