Strachybotrys Quantitation Test
Short Name: Strachybotrys Quantitation
Also known as: Stachybotrys chartarum quantitation, Mold quantitation test, Stachybotrys PCR
Strachybotrys Quantitation Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹8,160. Uses Real-Time PCR on Fresh tissue biopsy specimens, skin biopsy, tissue specimens from various body sites, peripheral blood, respiratory secretions samples. Results in Reports are available on the 4th working day. Email reports within 48 hours, phone within 36 hours.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Kothari Ramesh Shantilal
Consultant Microbiologist · Reg: 27670
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The purpose of the Strachybotrys Quantitation Test is to measure the amount of Stachybotrys mold in a clinical sample, confirming exposure and guiding treatment decisions. It is particularly useful for individuals with unexplained respiratory or neurological symptoms who have been in water-damaged buildings.
- Test Code
- 6243
- CPT Code
- 87430
- ICD Code
- B48.8
- Price
- ₹8,160
- Sample Type
- Fresh tissue biopsy specimens, skin biopsy, tissue specimens from various body sites, peripheral blood, respiratory secretions
- Result Time
- Reports are available on the 4th working day. Email reports within 48 hours, phone within 36 hours.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Real-Time PCR
Sample Collection
No special preparation required. Inform your doctor about any medications or supplements you are taking.
Method: Biopsy / blood draw / respiratory secretion collection
Laboratory Analysis
Sample collection is performed by trained professionals. For biopsies, local anesthesia may be used. Blood samples are drawn from a vein.
Report Delivery
You may resume normal activities immediately. Mild soreness or bleeding at the biopsy site is normal; keep the area clean.
Timeline: Reports are available on the 4th working day. Email reports within 48 hours, phone within 36 hours.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The purpose of the Strachybotrys Quantitation Test is to measure the amount of Stachybotrys mold in a clinical sample, confirming exposure and guiding treatment decisions. It is particularly useful for individuals with unexplained respiratory or neurological symptoms who have been in water-damaged buildings.
How to Prepare
- Sign the consent document before sample collection
- Provide relevant clinical history to the attending physician
- Ensure the sample is collected in a sterile container
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Kothari Ramesh Shantilal — MBBS, MD (Microbiology) · Reg. No. 27670
"Stachybotrys exposure can cause significant respiratory and neurological symptoms. Early detection through quantitative PCR helps guide environmental remediation and clinical management."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Insufficient sample volume
- Sample in non-sterile container
- Sample leaked or damaged during transport
- Improper labeling
Understanding Your Results
Suggests significant exposure or active infection; clinical correlation and environmental remediation recommended.
May indicate past exposure or colonization; monitor symptoms and consider repeat testing.
No Stachybotrys DNA detected; other causes of symptoms should be explored.
Consult a physician if you experience persistent respiratory symptoms, unexplained fatigue, or neurological issues, especially after exposure to water-damaged environments.
Limitations
- ⚠Positive result does not confirm active infection; may reflect colonization or environmental contamination
- ⚠Negative result does not rule out exposure if sample was taken from a non-affected site
- ⚠Quantitative results should be correlated with clinical findings
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minimal risk of bleeding or infection at biopsy site
- ●Discomfort during blood draw
- ●Rare allergic reaction to local anesthetic
Interfering Factors
- ●Recent antifungal therapy may reduce fungal load
- ●Contamination during sample collection
- ●Improper storage or transport of samples
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