Malaria (P. Vivax) Quantitative Test
Short Name: P. Vivax Quantitative PCR
Also known as: P. vivax PCR, Malaria vivax quantitative test, Plasmodium vivax DNA detection
Malaria (P. Vivax) Quantitative Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹6,000. Uses Real-Time PCR on Whole Blood (EDTA) or Dried Blood Spot samples. Results in Reports are delivered on the 3rd working day after sample collection. Email reports within 36 hours of result availability, phone support 24 hours.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The purpose of the Malaria (P. Vivax) Quantitative Test is to detect the presence of Plasmodium vivax DNA in the blood and quantify the parasite load. This aids in confirming the diagnosis of malaria, differentiating P. vivax from other species, and monitoring the effectiveness of antimalarial therapy. Quantitative results are particularly useful in severe infections or when assessing relapse risk, as P. vivax can remain dormant in the liver.
- Test Code
- 6182
- CPT Code
- 87899
- ICD Code
- B50.9
- Price
- ₹6,000
- Sample Type
- Whole Blood (EDTA) or Dried Blood Spot
- Result Time
- Reports are delivered on the 3rd working day after sample collection. Email reports within 36 hours of result availability, phone support 24 hours.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Real-Time PCR
Sample Collection
No special preparation is required. However, patients must sign a consent document and provide relevant clinical history. Inform the lab if you have taken antimalarial drugs recently.
Method: Venipuncture or fingerstick for dried spot
Laboratory Analysis
A blood sample will be collected by venipuncture or fingerstick. For dried blood spots, a few drops of blood are placed on a special filter paper card.
Report Delivery
No specific precautions. You can resume normal activities immediately. The sample will be transported to the laboratory for analysis.
Timeline: Reports are delivered on the 3rd working day after sample collection. Email reports within 36 hours of result availability, phone support 24 hours.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The purpose of the Malaria (P. Vivax) Quantitative Test is to detect the presence of Plasmodium vivax DNA in the blood and quantify the parasite load. This aids in confirming the diagnosis of malaria, differentiating P. vivax from other species, and monitoring the effectiveness of antimalarial therapy. Quantitative results are particularly useful in severe infections or when assessing relapse risk, as P. vivax can remain dormant in the liver.
How to Prepare
- Use EDTA vacutainer for whole blood collection
- For dried blood spot, ensure complete saturation of circles on the filter paper
- Label the sample with patient ID and collection date
- Transport samples to the lab within 24 hours if refrigerated
- Avoid hemolysis by gentle mixing
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"Quantitative PCR for P. vivax is essential for accurate diagnosis and monitoring of parasitemia, especially in patients with recurrent fever or travel history to endemic areas. Early detection prevents severe complications."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Clotted or hemolyzed sample
- Insufficient sample volume
- Improper labeling
- Sample received after prolonged delay without refrigeration
Understanding Your Results
No P. vivax DNA detected. Malaria due to P. vivax is unlikely, but clinical correlation is advised if symptoms persist.
P. vivax DNA detected at low levels. May indicate early infection or partially treated malaria. Clinical correlation required.
High parasite load suggests active, possibly severe malaria. Immediate medical intervention is necessary.
Consult a physician immediately if you experience fever with chills, headache, muscle pain, or fatigue, especially after traveling to malaria-endemic areas. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent complications.
Limitations
- ⚠Test detects only P. vivax; other Plasmodium species require separate testing
- ⚠Quantification may not correlate with clinical severity in all cases
- ⚠Dried blood spots may have lower sensitivity compared to whole blood
- ⚠Results should be interpreted in conjunction with clinical findings and other laboratory tests
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minimal risk of bruising or bleeding at the puncture site
- ●Rare risk of infection
- ●Dizziness or fainting during blood collection
Interfering Factors
- ●Hemolysis of blood sample may affect PCR accuracy
- ●Contamination during sample collection
- ●Inadequate sample volume
- ●Presence of PCR inhibitors (e.g., heparin)
- ●Prior antimalarial treatment may reduce parasite DNA below detectable levels
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