Adeno deaminase – ADA, Fluid
Test Name:
Adeno deaminase – ADA, FluidDescription:
The Adenosine Deaminase (ADA), Plasma test measures the level of ADA enzyme in the blood plasma. ADA is involved in the metabolism of purines and plays a role in the development and maintenance of the immune system, especially T-lymphocytes.
This test is commonly used as a supportive diagnostic tool for:
Tuberculosis (TB) – especially tuberculous pleuritis when ADA is elevated in pleural fluid.
Other infections or conditions with immune activation, such as sarcoidosis or certain malignancies.
| MRP: | 1115.00 |
| Parameters: | |
| Method: | Spectrophotometry |
| Sample Type: | 2 ml. (1 ml. Minimum) CSF/ Body Fluid in a sterile screw capped container. |
| Instruction: | Hemolyzed samples are not acceptable. |
| TAT: | 3rd Working Day by 7 m |
| Department: | Biochemistry |
