Coombs Test (Direct)

Book coombs test (direct) at the best price in Delhi NCR, India from GDIC (Ganesh Diagnostic & Imaging Centre). GDIC is a NABL Accredited Pathology lab in Delhi offering a wide range of blood testing services.

Antibodies that attach to the surface of red blood cells are detected with the direct Coombs test, also known as the direct antiglobulin test. Certain conditions and medications can cause this. For example, these antibodies can cause anaemia by destroying red blood cells. Antibodies that act against the surface of red blood cells are traced using the direct Coombs test.

You may need this test if you have anaemia or jaundice signs such as yellowing of the skin or eyes, weakness, or dizziness. A positive Coombs test could mean you have autoimmune haemolytic anaemia, chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, newborn blood disease, or transfusion reactions.

Why done? 

• Before a blood transfusion, the recipient of the transfusion is screened.

• To check the mother's blood for antigens that could harm the newborn's RBCs

• To figure out what kind of anaemia you have

• To determine whether haemolytic anaemia is caused by an autoimmune disease or is induced by medications.

Procedure: 

You'll have blood extracted from an arm vein. 

How does one prepare for the test? 

No preparation is needed.

Required Documents for Coombs Test – Direct Test:

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

After care: 

Leave the dressing strip on for 15 minutes. No particular type of care is required.

Cost of Coombs Test – Direct Test in Delhi: 

The Coombs Test (Direct) cost varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centres like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.