ADA (Adenosine Deaminase), Serum near me in Howrah

Available at an affordable price with Tata 1mg labs in Howrah, the ADA (Adenosine Deaminase), Serum test is a blood test used to measure the level of adenosine deaminase, an enzyme vital to the functioning of the immune system. This test helps diagnose conditions like tuberculosis (TB) and assessing immune system disorders, particularly those affecting white blood cells.  

The ADA (Adenosine Deaminase), Serum test is recommended when a doctor suspects an infection such as tuberculosis, especially when there are signs of a lung infection or pleural effusion (fluid buildup around the lungs). Symptoms may include cough, chest pain, fever, shortness of breath, night sweats, etc. This test is also used to evaluate other conditions where the immune system might be compromised or overactive, such as in autoimmune diseases or certain types of cancers. Additionally, it is done when there are risk factors for TB, such as close contact with a TB-infected person, as well as to monitor treatment progress for infections like tuberculosis.

No special preparation is required for this test. Eat and drink as per the daily routine.