Serum Lysozyme Test Price | Lahalak Platform
Lysozyme enzyme analysis to evaluate innate immune system efficiency, aiding in diagnosing rare inflammatory diseases and monitoring phagocytic cell activity in the body.
Scientific name: Serum Lysozyme Test
This laboratory test measures the concentration of the enzyme lysozyme, also known as mouramidase, in blood serum. Lysozyme is a bacteriostatic enzyme secreted primarily by phagocytic cells (macrophages and monocytes) and neutrophils. It breaks down the cell wall of Gram-positive bacteria. Measuring its level is used as an indirect indicator of act...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Accurate measurement of the concentration of lysozyme enzyme in blood serum.
- Consult a hematologist or gastroenterologist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from lahalak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not usually required.
- Collect the sample in a suitable serum separation tube.
- Avoid taking certain antibiotics (such as inhibitors of bacterial cell wall synthesis) before the examination if possible, although the effect is minimal, and the treating physician should be informed of all medications.