Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
What is a pre marital profile?
A pre marital profile includes 41 tests to detect different types of inherited diseases and sexually transmitted diseases. This profile test is specialized to conduct before marriage to prevent future complications between a married couple.
Why do you need a pre marriage test?
If you are planning to get married soon, it is important to know your partners well, whether it is from outside or inside. One should understand their partner's physical as well as mental health before marriage.
Thus, it is really essential to get tested with a pre marriage medical test to detect any genetic diseases or infections beforehand to prevent transmission to children.
When should you go for premarital health screening?
You and your partner should undergo a premarital health screening when you are planning to get married. However, there is no exact time to get this screening, you can definitely go for this screening at your desirable time.
What tests are included in this profile?
This profile test includes 41 parameters that will help to diagnose underlying health conditions. Some common tests are:
- STI test: Sexual transmitted infection and diseases generally pass through genetics. HIV, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis and gonorrhea are some common sexually transmitted diseases that can be life-threatening.
- Thalassemia: Thalassemia is a very common blood disorder that can be transmittable through genetics. Thalassemia in children can be very dangerous.
- Infertility: Checking for infertility before marriage is extremely important to prevent pregnancy complications in the future.
- Inherited diseases: There are so many diseases that can be passed to the child through their parents, which can become a life-long burden of the child’s life. This is why you should check yourself with this test to detect inherited diseases, such as sickle cell disease, Marfan syndrome, Huntington’s disease, and others.
What type of sample is needed for this test?
Only a blood sample is needed for this profile test. A technician will collect the blood sample from a vein in your arm.
Do I need to fast before this test?
Yes. You have to fast for 10 to 12 hours before going for the test. In simple words, you cannot eat or drink anything except water.
Do you offer a home sample collection?
Yes. We do offer a free home sample collection throughout the country.
When will I get my test reports?
You will get the soft copy of your test results within 24 to 48 hours.
What is the price of this profile test?
The price of the premarital profile test is 2500 rupees only.