Malaria Test (malaria antigen test) in Pune
Rs.160Book the Malaria Test (malaria antigen test) in Pune with Pathofast Lab priced at Rs.160. Visit our lab in Camp, Pune or book home sample collection near you for cost-effective, accurate reports.
Blood test
No fasting
Reports in 1 hours
Free home collection
Pathofast Lab — Camp, Pune
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- Free home collection for blood tests
Quick facts about the Malaria Test
Blood test to check for malaria infection
Measures malaria parasites and antigens in your blood to detect active infection.
Done for fever, chills and loss of appetite
Helps diagnose malaria when you experience recurring fever episodes with body aches.
Recommended for all ages in endemic areas
Essential for anyone with fever history, especially after travel to malaria-prone regions.
Normal result is Negative for all parameters
Negative result means no malaria parasites or antigens detected in your blood.
How is the Malaria Test done?
No fasting needed
No special preparation — give your sample at any time of day.
Provide Blood sample
A small blood sample is drawn from your arm at our Pune lab for testing.
Get report in 1 hours on your phone
Doctor-verified report delivered by WhatsApp or email.
Where in Pune can I book the Malaria Test?
Call or book appointment online
Use the Book Now button above, or call our Pune lab at 020-4930-4930. Appointments confirmed instantly.
Get free home visit anywhere in Pune
Pathofast Lab offers home sample collection for Malaria Test in Aundh, Baner, Viman Nagar, Kalyani Nagar, Camp, Kharadi, Undri, NIBM, Pimpri-Chinchwad and more areas of Pune at no extra charge.
Walk in to our lab in Camp
If you are near Camp in Pune, you can walk in between 8 am – 6 pm, Mon–Sat for the Malaria Test sample collection at Manisha Terrace, Moledina Rd, Pune 411001. No appointment needed.
Malaria Test in Pune — Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malaria Test and what does the test check for?
The malaria test, also known as malaria antigen test, detects malaria parasites in your blood. It identifies specific proteins (antigens) produced by malaria parasites like Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax. This rapid diagnostic test helps confirm if your fever and symptoms are caused by malaria infection.
Why is the Malaria Test important?
Early detection of malaria is crucial because untreated malaria can become severe and life-threatening. The test helps your doctor start appropriate treatment quickly, preventing complications. It's especially important in areas where malaria is common or if you've recently traveled to malaria-endemic regions.
Who should get the Malaria Test?
You should get tested if you have fever, chills, sweating, headache, or loss of appetite, especially with a history of travel to malaria-prone areas. People living in or visiting endemic regions, those with recurring fever episodes, and anyone suspected of malaria exposure should consider this test.
What do Positive and Negative results mean?
A Negative result means no malaria parasites were detected in your blood, suggesting your symptoms aren't caused by malaria. A Positive result indicates active malaria infection and requires immediate medical attention and antimalarial treatment as prescribed by your doctor.
How accurate is the malaria test and do I need to repeat it?
The malaria antigen test is highly accurate for detecting active infections. However, if symptoms persist despite a negative result, your doctor may recommend repeating the test or additional testing. Sometimes early infections or low parasite levels might not be detected in the first test.
Do I need to fast before the Malaria Test?
No. Fasting is not required for the Malaria Test. You can give your sample at any time of day at our Pune lab or during home collection.
How much does the Malaria Test cost in Pune?
The Malaria Test at Pathofast Lab in Pune costs Rs.160. This price includes free home sample collection anywhere in Pune and a doctor-verified report delivered within 1 hours by WhatsApp and email. You can pay online while booking, on home visit (cash, UPI, or card), or at the reception desk if you walk in to our Camp lab.
How soon will I get the Malaria Test report?
Malaria Test reports are ready in 1 hours and are delivered by WhatsApp and email. Every report is verified by a qualified doctor at our Pune lab before being shared with you.
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