Cytology, Sputum near me in Mumbai

The Cytology, Sputum test involves microscope examination of sputum (thick mucus coughed up from the lungs) to check for abnormal or cancerous cells. This test is commonly used to diagnose lung infections, respiratory diseases like chronic bronchitis, or to detect lung cancer.  It is widely available with Tata 1mg labs at an affordable price in Mumbai. 

The Cytology, Sputum test is recommended for individuals presenting with symptoms such as persistent cough, pain in the chest, blood in the sputum (hemoptysis), weight loss without any known reason, or difficulty in breathing. Normally, it may be carried out in cases where the doctor suspects lung cancer, tuberculosis, or other respiratory diseases. In addition, the test is suggested for lung cancer high-risk individuals such as smokers, people with work history of exposure to harmful materials, like asbestos, or people with family history of respiratory cancers. It may be used as an adjunct with other diagnostic tools, such as chest X-rays, chest CT scans, or bronchoscopies, to show the presence of abnormal cells or tumors in the lungs.

For this test, you need to provide your clinical history, doctor's prescription, surgical and treatment history, and any available radiology findings. Make sure to fill the Cytopathology Requisition Form, provided by the laboratory personnel. For sputum collection, a fresh, early morning sputum sample should be collected by coughing deeply for accurate analysis. To minimize contamination, rinse your mouth with water before sample collection.