The
premarital check-up package for couples and individuals about to get married.
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What is pre-marital
screening?
Pre-marital screening consists of a group of
tests meant to be done before marriage. The tests will help identify potential
health problems amongst prospective life partners. It will also help to detect
some of the hereditary diseases and infections.
Why is pre-marital
screening important?
Many people are not aware of their state of
health. An individual might look healthy but he/she may have undetected health
problems or be a silent carrier of infectious or hereditary diseases.
Pre-marital screening can reveal such conditions so that necessary precautions
or treatments can be initiated.
What does pre-marital
screening help to detect in an individual?
1. It detects presence of chronic infectious
diseases e.g. HIV and Hepatitis B infections
2. It screens for common hereditary conditions that may affect future offspring
e.g. Thalassaemia.
2. It screens for common hereditary conditions that may affect future offspring
e.g. Thalassaemia.
Is it mandatory to
perform pre-marital screening?
No, it is not mandatory to perform pre-marital
screening. However, it is an essential safeguard for your health as well as the
health of your prospective spouse and children.
Which tests are
included in pre-marital screening package and what is their
significance?
In Metropolis, the following
tests are included in the pre-marital screening package: HIV Duo, HBsAG, Anti
HCV and Abnormal Hemoglobin Studies.
Is the Soul-to-Soul
package available through Home Service?
Yes because we understand
and respect your need for privacy.
Is Soul-to-Soul
package only for individuals or couples?
There are packages available for both individuals
and couples.
How much time will it
take for the health check-up?
The duration of the checkup may be 30 minutes
from the time of arrival at the center or from the time of arrival of the
technician at your residence.
Are the results
confidential?
Yes, the results are kept confidential and the
person screened is only entitled to the information.
Do we have to sign a
consent form for HIV Screening?
Yes, this is as per the Government
regulations.
What are the
limitations?
All pathological
tests have limitations and the screening is done only for
limited disorders