Rickettsiae are obligate intracellular bacteria that primarily target vascular endothelial cells. The symptoms of rickettsial infections are primarily caused by the direct damage to these cells, as well as the subsequent release of prostaglandins, which further increase vascular permeability. This leads to fluid leakage, causing hypovolemia (a reduction in blood volume). In response, the body releases vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone) to compensate for the fluid loss, which in turn increases sodium excretion and can result in hyponatremia (low sodium levels in the blood).
Test Type: Blood
Reporting: Within 2 days
Free Home/Office Sample Collection
Fasting: Fasting is not mandatory
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One Prick Sample Collection Policy
Yes. Book home collection when ordering online or call our team. Trained phlebotomists visit your address at the scheduled slot.
Most routine tests are reported same day after sample validation. Specialized tests may take longer — see your booking confirmation.
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