VDRL/RPR Test in Pune
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The VDRL/RPR test is a blood test to check whether you are infected with syphilis. Book VDRL test in Pune with Pathofast Lab for home sample collection.
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What is a VDRL/RPR Test?
This is a blood test to check for syphilis infection. The test measures antibodies against syphilis. These antibodies may also be seen in people without syphilis and so the test is not specific.
VDRL stands for Venereal Disease Research Laboratory - where the test was first discovered. VDRL and RPR are variations of the same test and are commonly referred together.
What is syphilis
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacterium called Treponema Pallidum. Patients with syphilis usually have a painless sore on their genital area. The disease can spread to various organs of the body like brain, heart and liver
Syphilis is detected by blood tests like VDRL Test and TPHA Test.
Who should do this test?
This test should be done by people who have unprotected intercourse with multiple partners, homosexual men, and those may have received contaminated blood transfusions. This test is also recommended for pregnant mothers.
How is the test done?
This is a simple blood test and requires no special preparation. You do not need to be fasting for this test.
To perform this test, a sample of blood will be drawn from your vein, by inserting a sterile needle. The blood sample will then be analyzed in the lab.
What will be included in the report?
The report will include a single result - either Reactive OR Non-reactive. A reactive result means that you are infected with syphilis but additional tests will have to be done for confirmation. A non-reactive result means that you are currently not infected.
Check the sample report PDF for more detais.
What is the normal range of the VDRL/RPR Test?
The normal range is non-reactive
Test Accuracy and Earliet Possible date of detection
This test is accurate as a screening test. It may sometimes fail to detect syphilis. The test can also be positive in patients with high fevers who don't have syphilis. The test becomes positive around 4 weeks after the patient observes the sores (chancre) on their genitals
Summary
| Cost | Rs.600 |
| Sample Type | Blood |
| Time to Get Report | 2-6 hours |
| Normal Range | Non-reactive |
| Purpose of test | Detects Syphilis Infection |
| Intended for | All genders, all ages |
| Test Method | Flocculation |
| Fasting Required | No |
| Total Tests | 1 |
| Doctor's Prescription Required | No |
| Reports Available By | PDF available through Watsapp,Email and Hardcopy(on request) |
| Other Names | VDRL Test, RPR Test, Syphilis Test |
| HbsAg Test Fullform | Venereal Disease Laboratory Test, Rapid Plasma Reagin Test, Syphilis Test |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this test confirmatory for syphilis?
VDRL-RPR Test may give false negatives or false positives in some cases. However it is a good screening test
What is the difference between TPHA test and VDRL Test?
TPHA Test is an confirmatory test for syphilis. The test remains positive even after syphilis is treated. TPHA has fewer cases of false positive tests and is more specific for syphilis than VDRL Test.
What to do if the VDRL test is positive?
In case of a positive VDRL test, the lab will advise you to get the TPHA or FTA-Abs tests done. These tests are confirmatory for syphilis.
Why Choose Pathofast for VDRL Test | RPR
Pathofast Lab in Pune, is the best lab in Pune for accurate and reliable blood tests. Our lab is located conveniently in the center of Pune and we also offer home sample collection for the VDRL Test | RPR in various areas of Pune.
You can be assured of quality service and timely and accurate reports
Home Sample Collection is Available for VDRL Test | RPR at the following locations in Pune :
- Jangli Maharaj Nagar
- Ravet
- Viman Nagar
- Shastrinagar, Yerawada
- NIBM Undri Road, Kondhwa
- Camp
- Aundh
- Baner
- Dattwadi
- Undri
- Pimpri-Chinchwad
- Kalyani Nagar
- Koregaon Park
- Sadashiv Peth