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Advanced Autism Diagnostic Test · Hyderabad

FRAT Test in Hyderabad —
Home Blood Collection for Autism

Looking for the FRAT Test in Hyderabad? Altus Lab brings the Folate Receptor Autoantibody Test to your doorstep across all Hyderabad areas and Telangana. Supervised by Dr. Alok Gupta — MD Pathology, Ex-PGIMER Chandigarh, with 12+ years of diagnostic excellence. Home collection, courier to Chandigarh, reports in 48 hours.

FRAT Test Cost in Hyderabad
₹8,500 all-inclusive
Free home blood collection in Hyderabad
Temperature-controlled courier to Chandigarh
Report in 48 hrs · WhatsApp + Email PDF
No hidden charges · No fasting required
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+91 6284 214 977  |  Open 7 Days: 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Free Home Collection in Hyderabad
Reports in 48 Hrs of Sample Receipt
Cold-Chain Courier Logistics
MD Pathology · Ex-PGIMER · 12+ Yrs Exp.
PGI, AIIMS & Fortis Accepted Reports
Child with parents — FRAT Test for Autism in Hyderabad
Understanding the Test

What Is the FRAT Test in Hyderabad?

The FRAT Test Kit (Folate Receptor Autoantibody Test) is a specialised blood test that detects autoantibodies against the Folate Receptor Alpha (FRα) protein — responsible for transporting Vitamin B9 (folate) across the blood-brain barrier.

When the immune system mistakenly produces these autoantibodies, folate cannot reach the brain in adequate amounts — even when blood folate levels appear completely normal. This condition is called Cerebral Folate Deficiency (CFD).

Research published in peer-reviewed journals indicates that up to 70–75% of children with ASD may have detectable Folate Receptor Autoantibodies (FRAbs).

Early detection through FRAT testing — supervised by Dr. Alok Gupta (MD Pathology, Ex-PGIMER, 12+ years) — can open the door to targeted folinic acid (Leucovorin) therapy, potentially improving neurological outcomes significantly.

Normal Folate Pathway
FRα receptor transports folate across the blood-brain barrier into the brain
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What FRAbs Do
Blocking antibodies prevent folate binding; Binding antibodies reduce receptor efficiency
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Result
Brain folate deficiency — even when serum folate is normal
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Consequence
Speech delays, behavioural issues, seizures, cognitive impairment
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Treatment
Folinic acid (Leucovorin) bypasses the blocked receptor — early detection is key
Is This Test Right for Your Child?

Who Should Get the FRAT Test in Hyderabad?

The FRAT Test is clinically recommended for the following groups in Hyderabad and across Telangana. If your child's neurologist is considering Leucovorin therapy, this test is an essential first step.

Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Speech & language delays or regression
Unexplained seizures or epilepsy
Cognitive impairment — learning, attention, memory difficulties
Repetitive movements — tics, dystonia, abnormal patterns
Persistent behavioural issues — aggression, impulsivity, anxiety
Neurological symptoms not responding to standard treatment
Pregnant women with history of neural tube defect pregnancies
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Simple & Hassle-Free

How Altus Lab Collects Your Sample in Hyderabad

Getting the FRAT Test in Hyderabad used to mean searching the city for a specialised lab. Altus Lab has changed that — we bring the test to your doorstep anywhere in Hyderabad and Telangana.

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Book Online or Call

Contact Altus Lab via phone, WhatsApp, or the booking form. Share your Hyderabad address and preferred time slot. Call +91 6284 214 977 — same-day slots often available.

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Home Collection at Your Doorstep in Hyderabad

Our trained, certified phlebotomist visits your home at the scheduled time. A small blood sample (approx. 3–5 ml serum) is drawn. No fasting required. The collection takes less than 10 minutes — ideal for children who may not tolerate clinic visits.

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Temperature-Controlled Courier to Chandigarh

The sample is packed in a temperature-stable, clinical-grade kit and dispatched from Hyderabad to our lab in Chandigarh via express courier. Transit typically takes 24–48 hours.

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Lab Processing Under Expert Supervision

Our pathology team processes the FRAT assay under the direct supervision of Dr. Alok Gupta — MD Pathology (CMC Ludhiana), Senior Residency at PGIMER Chandigarh, with 12+ years of experience. Former consultant at Apollo Hospitals & Vimta Labs. Reports accepted at PGI, AIIMS, GMCH, Fortis & Max.

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Reports Delivered in 48 Hours

Your detailed FRAT Test report is delivered within 48 hours of sample receipt at our Chandigarh lab — via email and WhatsApp in PDF format, ready to share with your specialist in Hyderabad.

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Doctor Consultation in Hyderabad

Share the report with your neurologist, developmental paediatrician, or psychiatrist in Hyderabad — at NIMS Hyderabad, Apollo Hospitals Hyderabad, Yashoda Hospitals, Care Hospitals, Kamineni Hospitals, or any specialist — to plan next steps, including folinic acid (Leucovorin) therapy if indicated.

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Why Choose Us

Why Hyderabad Families Trust Altus Lab

Over a decade of diagnostic excellence in Chandigarh — now bringing the same commitment to accuracy and care directly to families across Hyderabad and Telangana.

Trusted Since 2013

Over a decade of diagnostic excellence in Chandigarh.

Hyderabad Home Collection

Available across all Hyderabad areas — Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills, Hitech City, Secunderabad and all of Telangana.

MD Pathology · Ex-PGIMER

Dr. Alok Gupta — MD Pathology (CMC Ludhiana), Senior Residency PGIMER — 12+ years. Former Apollo & Vimta Labs.

48-Hour Turnaround

From sample receipt to results delivered on WhatsApp — within two working days.

Transparent Pricing — ₹8,500

All-inclusive: home collection + courier + test fee. No hidden charges whatsoever.

Digital Reports

PDF reports delivered via email and WhatsApp — no need to visit us in person.

Cold-Chain Logistics

Temperature-controlled sample handling throughout transit from Hyderabad to Chandigarh.

Hospital-Accepted Reports

Reports accepted at NIMS Hyderabad, Apollo, Yashoda, Care Hospitals, Kamineni, PGI, AIIMS & all major hospitals.

Expert Supervision

Every FRAT Test Supervised by
Dr. Alok Gupta

MD Pathology · Lab Director & Founder · Altus Medical Laboratory, Chandigarh · Established 2013

Education
MD Pathology
CMC Ludhiana — Premier Medical Institution
Senior Residency
PGIMER Chandigarh
India's Top Postgraduate Medical Institute
Prior Experience
Apollo Hospitals & Vimta Labs
Leading hospital & reference lab networks
Trusted By
330+ Referring Physicians
Across Chandigarh tricity & all of India
PGI, AIIMS & Fortis Accepted SBI Empanelled Since 2014 12+ Years of Excellence
Test Panel

FRAT Test Panel — What Does It Measure?

The FRAT test measures two distinct types of autoantibodies. A positive result on either or both suggests brain folate transport disruption.

Test ComponentWhat It DetectsClinical Significance
Blocking Folate Receptor AutoantibodyAutoantibodies that directly block folate binding to the FRα receptorPositive result indicates folate cannot enter the brain via the primary receptor pathway
Binding Folate Receptor AutoantibodyAutoantibodies that alter receptor position, reducing folate uptake indirectlyPositive result confirms immune-mediated folate transport disruption

A positive result on either or both components suggests your child's brain may not be receiving adequate folate, even if blood folate is normal. Your doctor may then recommend a trial of folinic acid (Leucovorin) therapy, which uses an alternate folate form that bypasses the autoantibody blockade.

Key Difference

FRAT Test vs. Standard Folate Blood Test

Many parents are told folate levels are normal — but that doesn't rule out brain folate deficiency. Here's why the FRAT test is different.

ParameterStandard Serum Folate TestFRAT Test (Folate Receptor Autoantibody)
What it measuresAmount of folate in the bloodAutoantibodies blocking folate transport to the brain
Can detect brain folate deficiency?✗ Blood folate may be normal even when brain is deficient✓ Specifically identifies the transport blockade
Relevant for Autism (ASD)?✗ Not specifically✓ Up to 75% of ASD children may test positive
Guides treatment?✗ No✓ Positive result supports folinic acid (Leucovorin) therapy
Fasting required?Sometimes✓ No fasting required
Sample requiredBlood (serum)Blood (serum) — small 3–5 ml sample
Hyderabad Coverage

FRAT Test Available Across All Hyderabad Areas

We serve families across every neighbourhood and district of Hyderabad and Telangana. If your area isn't listed, call us — we cover all localities.

Banjara Hills
West Hyderabad
Jubilee Hills
West Hyderabad
Hitech City
Cyberabad
Secunderabad
North Hyderabad
Kondapur
Cyberabad
Gachibowli
West Hyderabad
Madhapur
Cyberabad
Kukatpally
North-West Hyderabad
LB Nagar
South-East Hyderabad
Dilsukhnagar
East Hyderabad
Uppal
East Hyderabad
Kompally
North Hyderabad
Nizampet
North-West Hyderabad
Miyapur
North-West Hyderabad
Alwal
North Hyderabad
Ameerpet
Central Hyderabad
SR Nagar
Central Hyderabad
Manikonda
South-West Hyderabad
Warangal
Telangana
Karimnagar
Telangana

Not seeing your locality? We serve all areas across Hyderabad and Telangana. Call +91 6284 214 977 to confirm availability.

Common Questions

FAQs — FRAT Test in Hyderabad

Everything you need to know about getting the FRAT Test done in Hyderabad through Altus Lab's home collection service.

The FRAT Test in Hyderabad is priced at ₹8,500 all-inclusive — covering free home blood collection at your Hyderabad address, temperature-controlled courier to our Chandigarh lab, the test itself, and your detailed report delivered via WhatsApp and email within 48 hours of sample receipt. No hidden charges.
Call or WhatsApp Altus Lab at +91 6284 214 977. A certified phlebotomist will visit your home anywhere in Hyderabad or Telangana, collect the blood sample, and courier it to our Chandigarh lab. You receive detailed results within 48 hours of sample receipt — no need to visit any lab.
The FRAT (Folate Receptor Autoantibody Test) detects autoantibodies against the Folate Receptor Alpha (FRα) — a protein that transports folate across the blood-brain barrier. These autoantibodies are linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder and Cerebral Folate Deficiency. Up to 75% of children with ASD may have detectable FRAbs.
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, speech delays, cognitive impairment, unexplained seizures, repetitive behaviours, or unresponsive neurological symptoms in Hyderabad are primary candidates. It is also recommended for pregnant women with a history of neural tube defect pregnancies.
Reports are delivered within 48 hours of our Chandigarh lab receiving the sample. Courier from Hyderabad to Chandigarh typically takes 24–48 hours — making total turnaround approximately 3–4 days from home collection.
No fasting is required for the FRAT Test. A small blood sample (approximately 3–5 ml serum) is drawn by our trained phlebotomist at your home and shipped in a temperature-controlled kit. The process is quick and gentle — ideal for children.
Yes. Our reports are accepted by leading hospitals, neurologists, and paediatricians across Hyderabad including NIMS Hyderabad, Apollo Hospitals Hyderabad, Yashoda Hospitals, Care Hospitals, Kamineni Hospitals, Continental Hospitals, and other major centres across Telangana.

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Free home collection across all Hyderabad areas & Telangana · Reports in 48 hrs of sample receipt · Open 7 days · 7:30 AM – 9:30 PM. Supervised by Dr. Alok Gupta, MD Pathology, Ex-PGIMER. No hidden charges.

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