{"id":12638,"date":"2023-09-05T05:40:25","date_gmt":"2023-09-05T05:40:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/?post_type=product&#038;p=12638"},"modified":"2026-01-21T09:44:21","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T09:44:21","slug":"tb-igra","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/product\/tb-igra\/","title":{"rendered":"TB &#8211; IGRA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Available in Visakhapatnam only.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11807 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Sample-Required.png\" alt=\"sample required\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Sample Required:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A blood sample is required for the IGRA test.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11810 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Test-Time.png\" alt=\"test time\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Test Time:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Results are usually available within a few days, depending on the laboratory&#8217;s processing time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11808 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Test-Normal-Range.png\" alt=\"test normal range\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Test Normal Range:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The IGRA test measures the amount of interferon-gamma (IFN-gamma) released in response to specific tuberculosis (TB) proteins. Interpretation depends on the amount of IFN-gamma produced and risk factors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11811 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/What-is-the-test.png\" alt=\"what is the test\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>What is the Test:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The IGRA test is used to detect a person&#8217;s immune response to TB proteins. It helps diagnose latent TB infection or TB disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11809 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Test-Procedure.png\" alt=\"test procedure\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Test Procedure:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A vein in your arm is used to extract a blood sample. The blood sample is processed in a laboratory. The amount of interferon-gamma released in response to TB proteins is measured.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11812 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/When-to-take-the-test.png\" alt=\"when to take the test\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>When to Take the Test:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The IGRA test is recommended when there is suspicion of TB infection or as part of routine TB screening. It may also be used when the Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) results are inconclusive or when the TST cannot be administered.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11813 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Who-should-take-this-test.png\" alt=\"who should take this test\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Who Should Take This Test:<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individuals at risk for TB, including healthcare workers, close contacts of TB patients, and those with specific risk factors. Individuals who may have difficulty returning for a TST reading or have had an inconclusive TST result.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11806 alignleft\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/qalabs.medicasapp.com\/in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Precautions-for-exceptional-cases.png\" alt=\"precautions for exceptional cases\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Precautions for Exceptional Cases (Pregnancy, etc.):<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pregnancy: The IGRA test is generally considered safe during pregnancy. However, the decision to test pregnant individuals should be made in consultation with a healthcare provider, weighing the potential benefits and risks.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Available in Visakhapatnam only. Sample Required:\u00a0 A blood sample is required for the IGRA test. Test Time:\u00a0 Results are usually&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[63],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-12638","product","type-product","status-publish","product_cat-all-tests","first","instock","sale","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"acf":{"faqs":[{"faq_question":"What is the difference between the IGRA test and the Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test (TST)?\u00a0","faq_answer":"The IGRA test measures the immune response to TB proteins in a blood sample, while the TST involves injecting a substance under the skin. Both tests are used to detect TB infection."},{"faq_question":"Can the IGRA test differentiate between latent TB infection and active TB disease?\u00a0","faq_answer":"No, it cannot. A positive IGRA result indicates exposure to TB or TB infection, but additional tests are needed to determine if the infection is latent or active."},{"faq_question":"Are there any medications or conditions that can affect IGRA test results?\u00a0","faq_answer":"Some medications and medical conditions may affect IGRA results. ItIt is critical to inform your healthcare practitioner of any medications you are taking or medical conditions you are suffering from."},{"faq_question":"Is the IGRA test more accurate than the TST?\u00a0","faq_answer":"Both tests have their advantages and limitations. The choice between the IGRA test and the TST depends on individual circumstances and risk factors."},{"faq_question":"What should I do if I have a positive IGRA result?\u00a0","faq_answer":"A positive IGRA result indicates exposure to TB or TB infection. Further evaluation, such as a chest X-ray and possibly treatment, may be needed to determine if the infection is latent or active. 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