Metropolis Healthcare has slashed price of swine flu testing to Rs.4,000 in view to pass on the benefit to the people. The swine flu cases are witnessing a surge across India. Though contagious, there is no reason to panic if individuals visit a doctor as soon as they notice any symptoms that indicate swine flu infection. Local civic bodies have taken the right measure to curb the spread of the disease by spreading awareness amongst masses.
Only few select labs in India are authorised to carry out the swine flu test in the laboratory, as this requires specialised testing backed by high end technology and special sample collection requirements. Metropolis Healthcare is authorised to conduct swine flu testing,complying with all requirements of state government.
Swine flu is caused by one or several types of influenza virus strains. The disease is contagious and spreads through person to person or if a person comes in contact with an infected surface & thereafter touch their nose or mouth.
Symptoms of swine flu and seasonal flu are similar and hence it is imperative to seek medical advice. Your doctor is the best person to guide you on testing requirements and medication. If you have continuous fever, accompanied with dry cough, chest discomfort and fatigue contact your doctor immediately. Get a medical prescription if your doctor has advised for a test and go to an authorised center for testing within 24 hours. Swine flu testing is done using real-time PCR technique. Mumbaikars can call BMC's helpline number 022-24114000 from 9 am to 9 pm for information on swine flu.
Dr. Nilesh Shah, group president, Scientific Services & Operations says “We are happy to announce the price slash to pass on the benefit to the people. We have observed a surge in swine flu testing from the past month and it indicates panic. If people observe severe flu like symptoms, they should visit a doctor immediately and take proper medical advice. Pregnant ladies, kids, diabetics, people with weakened immune system and elderly are at high risk and should take extra care”