Ampath Tests

Tests and Procedures

ADAMTS 13 Activity (ADAMTSA)

ADAMTS13 activity refers to the measurement of the enzyme's ability to cleave von Willebrand factor (VWF).

AFB

An AFB (Acid-Fast Bacillus) test is a laboratory procedure primarily used to detect the presence of mycobacteria, including the bacteria that causes tuberculosis (TB), in a sample.

ALEX Comprehensive Allergy Panel (ALEX)

ALEX is a comprehensive allergy test that can detect sensitivities to a wide range of allergens.

Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT) (PTT)

The activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) test is a blood test that assesses the clotting ability of the blood, specifically focusing on the intrinsic and common pathways of the coagulation cascade.

Alcohol (Ethanol) plasma (ALC)

Alcohol, specifically ethanol, can be measured in plasma (or serum) to assess a person's blood alcohol level, which is used to determine intoxication levels, aid in the diagnosis and treatment of alcohol poisoning, and in legal contexts for determining driving under the influence.

Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH)

AMH is a hormone produced by cells in the ovarian follicles, and the test is used to assess a woman's ovarian reserve, or the number of eggs remaining in the ovaries.

Antiphospholipid Syndrome Profile (LUPUS)

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue, causing inflammation and damage to various organs and systems.

Apolipoprotein A1 (APOA1)

Apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1) is a protein primarily found in high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, often referred to as "good cholesterol".

Apolipoprotein B (APOB)

Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) is a protein that plays a crucial role in carrying lipids (fats) in the blood, particularly in lipoproteins like LDL (low-density lipoprotein, often called "bad" cholesterol).

BRAF V600 Mutation PCR (BRAF)

A BRAF V600 Mutation PCR test is a molecular diagnostic test used to detect the presence of specific mutations in the BRAF gene, particularly the V600E mutation, which is commonly found in various cancers.

BRCA1

A BRCA1 test is a genetic test that looks for harmful mutations in the BRCA1 gene, which can increase the risk of developing breast and ovarian cancers.

BRCA2

BRCA2 are genes that produce proteins essential for repairing damaged DNA.

Bacterial vaginosis PCR (BVPCR)

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) PCR is a molecular diagnostic test that uses polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to detect and identify specific bacteria associated with BV in vaginal samples.

Bleeding Tendency Screen

A Bleeding Tendency Screen is a group of tests used to assess a person's ability to clot blood and identify potential bleeding disorders.

Blood Gas Profile Reportable (BGR)

A blood gas test, also known as a blood gas analysis, measures the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood, along with the blood's pH.

Blood culture

A blood culture is a laboratory test to check for the presence of bacteria, fungi, or other microorganisms in a blood sample.

Bone marrow test

A bone marrow test, also known as a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy, is a medical procedure used to examine bone marrow, the spongy tissue inside bones where blood cells are produced.

C auris screen (CAURSC)

C. auris screening involves collecting skin swabs, typically from the axilla (armpit) and groin, to identify patients colonized with the fungus.

C-Reactive Protein (CRP)

CRP is a protein found in the blood that increases when there's inflammation in the body.

CA 15-3 (CA153)

The CA 15-3 blood test is primarily used to monitor breast cancer treatment response and detect recurrence, particularly in metastatic cases.

CD4 count (CD4)

CD4 count measures the number of CD4 cells in a cubic millimeter of blood.

CEA (CEA)

CEA measures the amount of CEA protein in the blood. It's primarily used to monitor the effectiveness of cancer treatment and to check for cancer recurrence, particularly in colorectal cancer.

COVID-19 PCR

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

COVID-19 T-cell (COVIDTPR)

T cells play a crucial role in the body's immune response to COVID-19. They are involved in both the initial immune response and the development of long-term immunity, with robust responses observed up to a year after infection and at least six months after vaccination.

COVID-19 antibodies (COVID19AB)

A positive antibody test result could mean you previously had a SARS-CoV-2 infection or COVID-19.

Calcium (CA)

A calcium blood test measures the amount of calcium in your blood, which is crucial for nerve, muscle, and heart function, as well as blood clotting and hormone regulation.

Candida auris screening PCR (CAURISPCR)

A Candida auris screening PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test is a molecular method used to detect the presence of Candida auris in a patient sample, typically from skin swabs of the armpit and groin.

Carbapenemase Screening PCR (NDM1)

Carbapenemase Screening PCR is a molecular test used to detect the presence of specific genes that code for carbapenemase enzymes in bacteria.

Cholesterol Total (CH)

Total Cholesterol measures the overall amount of cholesterol in your blood.

Cholinesterase (CHS)

Cholinesterase is an enzyme that primarily functions in the nervous system to break down acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter, thus terminating nerve signals.

Coeliac Screen/Antibodies

A coeliac screen refers to the diagnostic process for coeliac disease, an autoimmune condition triggered by gluten

Creatine Kinase (CK)

CK is a blood test that measures the level of the enzyme creatine kinase in your blood.

Cystatin C (CYSC)

Cystatin C is a protein produced by all nucleated cells and is primarily used as a marker for kidney function.

D-Dimer (DDIM)

A D-dimer test measures the level of this protein in the blood and can help assess for the presence of a blood clot.

Drugs of Abuse

Drugs of Abuse determines the presence or absence of drugs.

EntericBio PCR panel (ENTERICPCR)

The EntericBio® system provides a complete and flexible modular menu for testing, detecting and identifying GI pathogens including Bacteria, Parasites, CPE etc.

Enterovirus PCR (EVPCR)

An enterovirus PCR test is a molecular diagnostic method used to detect the presence of enterovirus RNA in a clinical sample, such as cerebrospinal fluid, blood, or stool.

FLT3 Genotyping PCR (FLT3PCR)

FLT3 genotyping PCR is a molecular test used to detect mutations in the FLT3 gene, specifically internal tandem duplications (ITD) and tyrosine kinase domain (TKD) mutations, in patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML).

FeNO

FeNO is a quick and easy way to measure the level of nitric oxide in your breath, which can indicate inflammation in your airways.

Flow Cytometry

Flow cytometry is a technique used to detect and analyze the physical and chemical characteristics of cells or particles suspended in a fluid.

Folate (FOL)

Folate is a crucial water-soluble B vitamin that plays a vital role in cell growth, DNA synthesis, and red blood cell formation.

Fragile X syndrome (FRAX)

Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is a genetic disorder that causes intellectual disability, developmental delays, and behavioral and emotional problems.

Frozen section (Histology)

A frozen section is a rapid microscopic tissue examination performed during surgery to provide immediate diagnostic information. It involves freezing a tissue sample, cutting it into thin slices, and staining it for analysis, allowing surgeons to make crucial decisions about patient care while the patient is still under anesthesia.

Full Blood Count (FBC)

FBC is a common blood test that provides information about the different types of cells in your blood.

Genital ulcer multiplex PCR (GENULPCR)

A genital ulcer multiplex PCR test is a molecular diagnostic method that simultaneously detects multiple pathogens causing genital ulcers in a single test.

Glucose Test Random/Fasting

A glucose test measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in your blood.

Glucose tolerance test

A glucose tolerance test (GTT) assesses how well your body processes sugar (glucose).

H. pylori (HPYL)

An H. pylori antigen test is a diagnostic test used to detect the presence of Helicobacter pylori bacteria in the body, specifically looking for proteins (antigens) associated with the bacteria in a stool sample.

HDL Cholesterol (HDL)

HDL cholesterol, often called "good" cholesterol, plays a crucial role in heart health by removing excess cholesterol from the bloodstream and transporting it to the liver for removal from the body.

HIV ELISA (Ab+p24) (HIV)

HIV detect HIV infection.

HIV Viral Load (HIVVL)

HIV viral load test measures the amount of HIV in a blood sample, indicating how well antiretroviral therapy (ART) is controlling the virus.

HLA-typing high resolution

High-resolution HLA typing is a process used to identify specific Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) alleles, which are crucial for determining tissue compatibility in transplantation.

HPV PCR (HPV)

HPV PCR is a molecular test that detects the genetic material (DNA) of the Human Papillomavirus.

Haemoglobin (HB)

Haemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. It also plays a role in transporting carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

HbA1c (HBA)

HbA1c is a blood test that provides an average of your blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months.

Hepatitis A (HEPA)

Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus.

Hepatitis B (HEPB)

Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver, and it can be either acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term).

Hepatitis C antibodies (HEPC)

Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the Hepatitis C virus (HCV).

Homa index

(HOMA) index is a calculation used to assess insulin resistance and pancreatic beta-cell function

Influenza PCR (COVTRIPCR)

An Influenza PCR test, also known as a molecular test, is a laboratory test used to diagnose influenza (the flu) by detecting the genetic material of the influenza virus in respiratory specimens.

Influenza antigen (INFABAG)

Influenza antigens are surface proteins on influenza viruses that are recognized by the immune system, triggering antibody production.

Iron Studies (FEP)

Iron studies are blood tests that assess the body's iron levels and its ability to transport and store iron.

LDL Cholesterol (LDL)

LDL cholesterol is a lipoprotein, a type of fat-carrying protein, that transports cholesterol throughout the body.

Lipogram (LIPO)

A lipogram is a type of blood test that measures the levels of different types of fats, or lipids, in your blood, including cholesterol and triglycerides.

Lipoprotein(a) (APOA)

Lipoprotein(a) is a type of lipoprotein (a fat-carrying particle) in the blood that is a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease, including heart attacks and strokes

Liquid biopsy Precision Assay (LBPA)

A liquid biopsy Precision Assay is a diagnostic test that analyzes bodily fluids like blood to detect cancer-related biomarkers, aiding in personalized cancer treatment

Liquid biopsy for EGFR-T790M (LBEGFR)

Liquid biopsy for EGFR-T790M mutation detection is a non-invasive method to identify a resistance mutation that can develop in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who are initially treated with EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs).

Liver function (LF)

LF is a blood test used to assess the health and function of the liver.

Malaria PCR (MALPCR)

Malaria PCR is a molecular diagnostic test used to detect the presence of malaria parasites in a blood sample.

Malaria antigen (MALA)

Malaria antigens are proteins produced by the malaria parasite that can be detected in the blood of infected individuals using rapid diagnostic tests.

Malaria smear (MA)

A malaria smear, also known as a blood smear, is a diagnostic test used to detect malaria parasites in a patient's blood.

Meningitis/Encephalitis PCR (CSFPCR)

This test is used to rapidly detect the nucleic acid of 14 of the most common pathogens that cause encephalitis or meningitis.

Metals

Testing exposure to different metals (Chromium, Copper, Lead etc.).

Methylhistamine Urine (MHISUR)

Methylhistamine in urine, specifically N-Methylhistamine, is a metabolite of histamine.

Mycobacterium spp. PCR (MOTTPCR)

A Mycobacterium spp. PCR test is a molecular test used to detect the presence of Mycobacterium bacteria in a sample, including those that cause tuberculosis and other mycobacterial infections.

NMDA (NMDA)

NMDA is a type of glutamate receptor and a calcium-permeable ion channel found in neurons.

NPM1 MRD monitoring (NPM1PCR)

NPM1 MRD assay is a genomic DNA-based NGS deep sequencing assay that targets exon 12 of the NPM1 gene.

Neuromyelitis optica Ab (NMO)

Neuromyelitis optica (NMO), also known as neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), is a rare autoimmune disease that primarily affects the central nervous system, specifically the optic nerves and spinal cord.

Neuronal Antibodies (NEUR)

Neuronal antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system that mistakenly target components of the nervous system.

Newborn screening (NBS)

Newborn screening is a public health program that tests babies shortly after birth for certain genetic, metabolic, and endocrine disorders.

Next-generation sequencing (NGS)

Next-generation sequencing (NGS) is a high-throughput DNA sequencing technology that allows for the rapid and cost-effective analysis of large amounts of genetic material.

Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)

Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) is a blood test used during pregnancy to assess the risk of certain chromosomal conditions in the fetus.

PAX pet allergy

Diagnosing a pet allergy. This test can be performed on dogs, cats and horses.

Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)

A PTH (Parathyroid Hormone) test measures the level of parathyroid hormone in your blood. This hormone, produced by the parathyroid glands, is crucial for regulating calcium and phosphorus levels in your body.

Paternity testing

Paternity testing, also known as parentage testing, is a process used to determine whether a man is the biological father of a child.

Pharmacogenomics (PHARMA)

Pharmacogenomics is the study of how genes affect a person's response to medications.

Phospholipase A2 Receptor Ab (PLA2R)

Phospholipase A2 Receptor Antibody (PLA2R Ab) testing is a diagnostic tool used primarily to help diagnose and monitor primary membranous nephropathy (PMN), an autoimmune disease affecting the kidneys.

Placental Growth Factor (PLGF)

Placental Growth Factor (PLGF) is a protein that plays a crucial role in angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels) and vasculogenesis (formation of blood vessels during embryonic development).

Platelet Aggregation Test (PLAGG)

A platelet aggregation test measures how well platelets, a type of blood cell, clump together to form a clot.

Platelet Function Assay (PFA)

A platelet function assay is a test that evaluates how well platelets (blood cells that help stop bleeding) are working.

Pneumococcal IgG (PNEUMO)

Pneumococcal IgG antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system in response to Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria, which can cause serious infections like pneumonia, meningitis, and sepsis. Testing for these antibodies, particularly after vaccination, helps assess the immune response to the bacteria and determine if an individual is protected against infection.

Pneumonia PCR Panel (PNEUMOPCR)

A pneumonia PCR panel is a diagnostic test that uses polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology to rapidly identify multiple bacteria and viruses that can cause pneumonia.

Primary Immune Deficiency Gene Sequencing (PID)

Primary immunodeficiency (PI) gene sequencing involves analyzing an individual's DNA to identify specific genetic mutations that cause or contribute to these disorders.

Procalcitonin (PCT)

Procalcitonin (PCT) is a protein precursor to calcitonin, a hormone involved in calcium regulation.

Procollagen 3 N Peptide (P3NP)

P3NP is particularly useful in medical diagnostics as a non-invasive marker for detecting and monitoring liver fibrosis and cirrhosis, especially in patients undergoing methotrexate treatment for dermatological conditions.

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA)

A PSA test is a blood test that measures prostate-specific antigen (PSA), a protein produced by the prostate gland.

Prothrombin Time (PT) and INR (no dosage) (PT)

PT/INR is a blood test that measures how long it takes your blood to clot.

Rubella IgM + IgG (RUB)

STD/Infertility Screen PCR (STDPCR)

STD/Infertility Screen detect multiple sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Schistosoma PCR (BILPCR)

Schistosoma PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) is a molecular diagnostic test used to detect the presence of Schistosoma parasite DNA in patient samples like urine or stool.

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