November 6, 2026 · Dr. Alok Gupta
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Alok Gupta, MD Pathology, Ex-PGIMER, Chandigarh Last reviewed: 6 November 2026 Altus Lab, Sector 16-D, Chandigarh You open your report and one number looks fine while the other is flagged. Or your doctor writes “HbA1c and FBS” on the prescription, and you wonder whether one test is enough. This is a […]
Read More →October 30, 2026 · Dr. Alok Gupta
Heavy metal test blood vs urine: the two samples doctors use (illustrative image) Quick answer: heavy metal test blood vs urine Neither sample is better for every case. Blood is the standard test for lead, urine is preferred for recent arsenic exposure, and for mercury and cadmium the choice depends on the likely source of […]
Read More →October 24, 2026 · Dr. Alok Gupta
संक्षिप्त उत्तर FRAT (Folate Receptor Autoantibody Test) यानी फोलेट रिसेप्टर ऑटोएंटीबॉडी टेस्ट एक खून की जाँच है, जो फोलेट रिसेप्टर अल्फा के विरुद्ध बनी ब्लॉकिंग और बाइंडिंग ऑटोएंटीबॉडी को मापती है। Altus Lab, चंडीगढ़ (NABL accredited) में इसकी कीमत ₹8,500 है, जिसमें पूरे भारत में घर से सैंपल कलेक्शन शामिल है। इसके लिए लगभग 3–5 […]
Read More →July 16, 2026 · Dr. Alok Gupta
Why a Single Autism Diagnosis Often Leaves Parents With More Questions Than Answers Receiving an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis is only the beginning of the journey, not the end of it. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, most parents naturally ask a deeper question: why is this happening, and is there anything treatable underneath it? This […]
Read More →June 19, 2026 · Dr. Alok Gupta
Choosing the Right Lab in Chandigarh Matters More Than Most People Realise Most people pick a pathology lab based on proximity or price. However, a blood test is only as useful as it is accurate. An incorrect result can delay a diagnosis, lead to unnecessary treatment, or give you false reassurance about a serious condition. […]
Read More →June 11, 2026 · Dr. Alok Gupta
Your Child’s Blood Folate Is Normal, But Something Still Feels Wrong If your child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or if you have noticed speech delays, unexplained seizures, or regression in development, you have probably run dozens of blood tests already. And most of them came back “normal.” That is exactly where […]
Read More →May 18, 2026 · Dr. Alok Gupta
Receiving a positive FRAT test result can be an emotionally charged moment — a mix of relief that an answer has finally been found, concern about what it means for your child’s future, and uncertainty about what to do next. If you are in this situation right now, the most important thing to know is […]
Read More →May 18, 2026 · Dr. Alok Gupta
The idea of getting a specialised medical test done from the comfort of your home might seem complex, but for the FRAT test (Folate Receptor Antibody Test), at-home testing is not just possible — it is the primary way this test is now accessed by families across India. Whether you are in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, […]
Read More →May 18, 2026 · Dr. Alok Gupta
When you are pregnant, the thought of your unborn child’s neurological development is never far from your mind. You take your folic acid supplements, follow your doctor’s advice, and attend every antenatal appointment. But there is one important test that many Indian doctors are now beginning to recommend — the FRAT test during pregnancy — […]
Read More →May 18, 2026 · Dr. Alok Gupta
Not every child with developmental delays needs a FRAT test. But for a significant number of children — and even some adults — getting this test at the right time could unlock a diagnosis that changes the entire trajectory of their care. The challenge is knowing when the signs are pointing clearly enough to warrant […]
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