Infections Tests

Infection is a condition wherein an organism enters your body and causes illness. There are many different types of organisms that can enter the body and cause infection including bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi. An infection can spread through many ways - through contaminated food or water, directly from an infected person, through an insect bite, etc. There are many different infections caused by different organisms and if you suspect that you might be suffering from infection then getting an Infection Test is the best way to determine and clearly diagnose your condition. There are different types of Infection Tests available; you can get tested for one depending upon your condition, symptoms and recommendation by your doctor. An Infection Test is generally a blood test that can help in diagnosing which kind of infection you might be suffering from so that correct treatment can be administered.

Generally, every infection will have its own specific symptoms; however, these are some general symptoms that people who have an infection might experience:
Fever Body ache Fatigue or Tiredness Cough or sneezing Nausea or vomiting Diarrhoea Chills

Why Infection Testing is important?

Infections are caused by many diverse organisms and can cause a variety of symptoms. Some infections may become fatal if left untreated. To get a proper understanding of what kind of infection you may be suffering from it is essential to get an Infection Test done at the earliest.

Some common types of infections are:

• Viral Infections - Viruses are infectious organisms smaller than bacteria, they are parasitic in nature and need a host cell to survive. Some common types of viral infections are - common cold, flu, Covid-19, HIV, HPV, polio, hepatitis, chickenpox, herpes, etc. To diagnose a viral infection, the doctor may perform a physical exam and also recommend a Viral Infection Test. Depending upon the symptoms the doctor may recommend a Urine Infection Test or a Blood Infection Test in Faridabad.
• Bacterial Infection - Single celled organisms that are found in various environments. Some bacteria can cause infections. Some common bacterial infections are - tuberculosis, bacterial UTIs, food poisoning, syphilis, chlamydia, tetanus, cholera etc. Your doctor may recommend a Blood Test for Bacterial Infection or a Urine Culture Test or a stool test to determine what type of infection you are suffering from.
• Fungal Infections - Fungi includes organisms like yeast and mold. Fungal infections include - ringworm, vaginal yeast infections, athlete's foot, thrush etc. Getting a Fungal Infection Test can help you in understanding your condition better.
• Parasitic Infections - Parasites need a host to survive and get their food or other nutrients. Some common parasitic infections are - Malaria, tapeworm infection, toxoplasmosis etc.

How Infection Test is performed?

Certain types of infections have very clear and specific symptoms. A doctor may be able to make an accurate diagnosis based on just the symptoms, a physical examination and your medical history. However, sometimes it is harder to diagnose what is causing a specific infection. A doctor may advise an Infection Test to get a clear picture of your condition. Depending upon the doctor's assessment of your condition, he may order a Urine Culture Test or a Blood Infection Test or Stool, Sputum or Nasal Test. Whichever test the doctor suggests, you can simply book the Infection Test and give the type of sample, which will be taken to the lab to be screened for the presence of the specific organism.