GMS Fungal Stain Test Price | Lahalak Medical Platform
The gold standard for detecting invasive fungal infections in tissues, highlighting fungi clearly under the microscope to ensure accurate diagnosis and rapid, effective treatment.
Scientific name: Grocott Methenamine Silver (GMS) Special Stain
Grucot methenamine silver (GMS) is a specialized chemiluminescent histological stain used to detect fungi, as well as certain types of mycobacteria (such as Nocardia) and parasites (such as Pneumocystis jirovecii). The technique relies on the reduction of silver salts by the sugar-rich (such as glucan and mannan) cell walls of fungi, resulting in t...
Service type
Histopathological examination (Biopsy)
Duration
30-45 minutes
Fasting
As per doctor's instructions
Included Services
- Preparation and staining of a tissue slide with Grocoat Methenamine Silver (GMS) stain
- Detailed microscopic examination by a pathologist
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- It depends on having a properly processed tissue sample (biopsy).
- It is often requested along with other dyes (such as PAS) to confirm the results.
- In cases of suspected Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia, it can be performed on a sputum sample stimulated or bronchial and alveolar lavage (BAL) after it has been specially treated.
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