Micro Filaria test is performed on a sample of blood to measure the level of Microfilaria Antigen in the blood. It is performed to confirm Lymphatic Filariasis and also during the treatment and after the treatment of Lymphatic Filariasis.

SPECIMEN: 2 air dried peripheral blood smears (1 thick and 1 thin) OR 2 mL (1 mL min.) whole blood from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube OR 2 mL (1 mL min.) Hydrocele fluid.
STABILITY: Room: 6 hrs; Refrigerated: 72 hrs; Frozen: NA
REPORT: Daily
USAGE: Filariasis is a disease resulting from parasitisation by thread like of filiform worms called filariae. The embryos circulate in lymphatic tissues and blood as microfilaria leading to Lymphangitis, Lymphadenitis, Elephantiasis and Tropical eosinophilia.