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CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) available in Virugambakkam and Adyar, Chennai: Book at GetVisit for NABL-accredited results, same-day slots, home collection, and cashless OPD from HDFC ERGO, ICICI Lombard, and Niva Bupa. The test identifies the pathogen or antibody marker responsible for fever, systemic illness, or infection exposure.
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Blood
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No
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Male/Female
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What is a CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) Test in Chennai ?
What is CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker)?
The CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) test detects the CD13 protein on the surface of certain white blood cells. CD13 is most often found on myeloid cells like neutrophils and monocytes. Measuring CD13 helps show whether abnormal cells come from the myeloid cell line. Accurate organism identification is clinically essential , typhoid, dengue, and malaria each require different treatment, and the wrong empirical approach delays recovery.
What does CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) measure?
This is important for diagnosing and classifying blood disorders such as acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndromes. Doctors also use CD13 to monitor treatment response and to look for remaining disease after therapy. The test is usually done by flow cytometry or tissue staining and is interpreted with other blood tests and clinical information to guide care. Laboratory analysis produces a numerical result compared against a reference range derived from a healthy population of equivalent age and gender. Clinical context determines whether a borderline result is significant.
What symptoms suggest CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) may be needed?
A doctor may order CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) when a patient reports sudden fever (above 38.5°C), body aches and chills, persistent headache, nausea or vomiting, abdominal pain, skin rash, joint pain, and extreme fatigue. In Chennai, residents of Saidapet and Chromepet commonly present for this test after noticing these symptoms during a routine or preventive consultation.
How is CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) performed?
A certified phlebotomist cleans the inner elbow, locates a vein, inserts a fine sterile needle, and draws the required blood (typically 5 to 10 mL). The procedure takes 3 to 5 minutes. You feel a brief pinch at insertion and mild pressure during collection. You can eat, drink, drive, and resume all activities immediately afterwards.
How accurate is CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker)?
NABL-accredited laboratory results are analytically reliable. GetVisit's logistics network maintains cold-chain transport from collection to the processing lab, preserving sample integrity. Quality control is independently audited by NABL at regular intervals.
Are there any risks to CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker)?
This is a low-risk procedure. The only intervention is the blood draw. Side effects are limited to a brief pinch and an occasional small bruise at the puncture site, which resolves in 24 to 48 hours without treatment. Patients on anticoagulants should hold light pressure for 3 to 5 minutes after the draw.
CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) Test Preparation in Chennai
Fasting and dietary instructions:
No fasting required. Eat and drink normally before the appointment. Stay well hydrated , drink 2 to 3 glasses of water before the draw. Avoid alcohol and vigorous exercise for 12 hours before collection.
Medication guidance:
Continue all regularly prescribed medication unless your doctor has specifically instructed otherwise. Inform lab staff about all prescription drugs, supplements, herbal preparations, and protein powders you are taking.
What to bring:
Carry your doctor's test order, a government-issued photo ID, and your OPD insurance card. If you have had this test before, bring previous reports , your doctor can compare results over time.
Timing:
Book the earliest available morning slot. For fasting tests, an overnight fast followed by a morning draw represents the optimal balance between adequate fasting duration and test accuracy.
CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) Test Parameters in Chennai
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CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker). Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.
Why Take a CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) Test in Chennai ?
When does a doctor order CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker)?
Your doctor may order CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) based on symptoms you reported, abnormal findings on examination, or as part of a structured annual health check. The specific indication depends on your age, gender, medical history, and current symptoms.
Who should get CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) done in Chennai?
Chennai's northeast monsoon (November to January) brings 60% of the city's annual rainfall in two months, causing severe flooding in Velachery, Tambaram, Chromepet, Perambur, and Saidapet. Post-monsoon dengue, typhoid, and leptospirosis surges are a consistent annual pattern. CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) is often part of a flow cytometry or bone marrow immunophenotyping panel ordered for abnormal blood counts or symptoms like fatigue, frequent infections, or unexplained bleeding. It helps diagnose and classify myeloid leukemias and related marrow disorders and to monitor treatment effect or relapse. Adults above 30 in Chennai benefit from periodic health screening that includes CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) as part of a broader preventive panel. Residents of Anna Nagar, Guindy, and across the city with chronic conditions, those on long-term medication, and individuals with a relevant family history should test at the frequency their specialist recommends.
What conditions can CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) help diagnose?
The conditions diagnosable through CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) depend on the specific markers the test measures. Results either confirm a suspected diagnosis, support a clinical suspicion requiring further investigation, or effectively exclude the condition the test was screening for.
What do CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) results mean?
Dengue NS1 antigen is positive in the first 4–5 days. After day 5, IgM becomes detectable. A combined NS1 + IgM test covers both windows. Malaria blood film identifies species and density , critical for treatment selection. A rapid antigen test (RDT) confirms malaria but microscopy is needed to distinguish P. falciparum from P. vivax.
How often should CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) be repeated?
For preventive screening with a normal baseline: annually for most adults above 35. For monitoring a known condition: at the interval your specialist recommends , typically every 3 to 6 months for active conditions and annually for stable, well-controlled ones.
What happens after CD13 (Myeloid Cell Marker) results are ready?
Book a follow-up consultation after reviewing your results. GetVisit stores your reports alongside your previous test history, so your doctor sees your full health trend , not just today's snapshot. This longitudinal context significantly improves the clinical value of each repeat test.
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