Quick Reference
- Full form
- TORCH Profile
- Sample type
- Blood
- Fasting
- Not required
- Marker measured
- 1
- Report turnaround
- Next day
- Available at
- All locations
About TORCH Profile
The TORCH Profile screens for a group of infections (Toxoplasma, Rubella, CMV, and Herpes, among others) that can affect pregnancy outcomes if a woman is newly infected during that time.
No fasting is required, and results are available the next day.
How to Prepare
- No fasting required.
- No special preparation needed before your blood draw.
آسان اردو میں
ٹارچ پروفائل خون کا ٹیسٹ ہے جو حمل کے دوران یا حمل سے پہلے کچھ ایسے انفیکشن دیکھتا ہے جو ماں اور بچے پر اثر ڈال سکتے ہیں، جیسے ٹاکسوپلازما، روبیلا، سی ایم وی اور ہرپیز۔ یہ ٹیسٹ عموماً گائناکالوجسٹ کے کہنے پر کیا جاتا ہے۔ خالی پیٹ آنے کی ضرورت نہیں اور رپورٹ اگلے دن ملتی ہے۔
Aam Sawalat (Roman Urdu)
TORCH test kya hota hai?
Yeh khoon ka test hai jo hamal mein asar daalne wale kuch infections (Toxoplasma, Rubella, CMV, Herpes) dekhta hai.
TORCH test kab karwana chahiye?
Aam tor par hamal se pehle ya hamal ke shuru mein, apni gynaecologist ke kehne par.
Kya TORCH test ke liye khali pait aana hai?
Nahi, is test ke liye khali pait hona zaroori nahi. Report agle din mil jati hai.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the TORCH Profile screen for?
It screens for a group of infections that can affect pregnancy outcomes if contracted during that time.
Do I need to fast before this test?
No fasting is required.
When is this test typically ordered?
It is commonly ordered during pregnancy planning or early pregnancy to check for these infections.
What happens if a result is positive?
Your doctor will discuss the specific implications and any necessary monitoring or treatment based on which infection is involved.
How soon will my report be ready?
Next day.
Is home sample collection available?
Yes, in all City Care Lab service areas.
This page provides general health information and is not a substitute for medical advice. Speak with your doctor about your specific results and treatment.