Short Description

Bleeding time (BT) involves making a controlled incision in soft tissue and measuring the time to cessation of bleeding. BT does not correlate with the risk of surgical bleeding in most patients. It is also prolonged in cases of anemia and abnormalities of coagulation factors, platelets & vasculature.

PreTest Information

Test conducted only in LPL Laboratories.

Detail Description

Bleeding Time Test Cost and Symptoms Diagnosis

DNA Labs India offers a Bleeding Time (BT) Test that measures the time taken for a small puncture wound to stop bleeding. The test is used to diagnose platelet function disorders, von Willebrand disease, and other bleeding disorders.

Cost of Bleeding Time Test

The cost of the BT test at DNA Labs India is INR 292.5. The price includes the cost of the test, as well as the fee for the lab technician who performs the test.

Symptoms of Bleeding Disorders

The symptoms of bleeding disorders can include:

• Easy bruising
• Heavy menstrual bleeding
• Prolonged bleeding after injury or surgery
• Nosebleeds
• Blood in the urine or stool

If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to speak with your doctor. They may recommend the BT test to diagnose the cause of your bleeding disorder.

Diagnosing Bleeding Disorders

In addition to the BT test, there are several other tests that can be used to diagnose bleeding disorders:

• Complete blood count (CBC)
• Platelet aggregation test (PAT)
• Prothrombin time (PT) and activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT)

Your doctor may recommend one or more of these tests based on your symptoms and medical history.

Conclusion

If you are experiencing symptoms of a bleeding disorder, it is important to speak with your doctor. They may recommend the BT test, as well as other tests to diagnose the cause of your symptoms. DNA Labs India offers the BT test at an affordable cost of INR 292.5. Contact us today to schedule your test.