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Number of red blood cells in the blood

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Red blood cell disorders

Measures: Number of red blood cells in the blood

Identifies: Red blood cell disorders

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What is the maximum days the report can be obtained for the test

The maximum days the report can be obtained for the India Ink Test is 5 days.

What are the prerequisites for the test India Ink Test

  • India Ink Test Kit
  • Microscope with oil immersion lens
  • Clean glass slides
  • India ink solution
  • Bacterial culture or sample
  • Sterile loop or inoculating needle
  • Bunsen burner or incinerator
  • Microscope slide coverslips
  • Gram stain reagents
  • Incubator (optional)

What are the measure values for the test India Ink Test

  • Measure Value 1: Diameter of the zone of inhibition in millimeters
  • Measure Value 2: Presence or absence of a halo around the colony
  • Measure Value 3: Clarity of the zone of inhibition (clear, hazy, turbid)
  • Measure Value 4: Presence of spore or cell growth within the zone of inhibition

What does this test India Ink Test identify?

India Ink Test
The India Ink Test is a diagnostic test used to identify the presence of cryptococcal meningitis, a fungal infection of the central nervous system. During the test, a sample of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is mixed with India ink, which causes the cryptococcal organisms to appear as clear halos against a dark background. This test is important for diagnosing cryptococcal meningitis, as the infection can be life-threatening if left untreated.

Why is this test India Ink Test taken?

The India Ink Test is taken to diagnose a fungal infection called cryptococcosis. This test is used to detect the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans, a fungus that can cause serious infections in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing chemotherapy.

The test involves taking a sample of cerebrospinal fluid, blood, or tissue and mixing it with India ink. The ink causes the fungal cells to appear as clear halos against a dark background, making them easier to identify under a microscope.

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