KL-6 near me in Thane

The KL-6 test measures the level of KL-6 (Krebs von den Lungen-6) in the blood. KL-6 is a substance produced by certain cells in the lungs when they are damaged or healing. Higher levels of KL-6 may indicate inflammation, scarring, or injury in the lungs. This test is commonly used to help detect and monitor interstitial lung diseases (ILDs), a group of conditions that affect the lung tissue and can make breathing difficult. KL-6 levels may increase in conditions such as lung fibrosis, autoimmune-related lung disease, or other disorders causing lung inflammation. 

Your doctor may advise this test if you have symptoms such as persistent dry cough, shortness of breath, or reduced ability to exercise. It may also be used to monitor known lung disease and assess how well treatment is working.

Higher KL-6 levels can suggest active lung damage or worsening disease, while stable or lower levels may indicate better disease control. The test results are interpreted along with your symptoms, scans, and other lung function tests for a complete assessment of lung health. Providing latest patient weight, dose & duration of therapy are mandatory for this test.

Please note: This is an outsourced test. The sample is collected by TATA 1MG and processed at a NABL accredited partner lab.