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NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) in Andheri, Mumbai: This test measures the hormone precursor called 17-hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP). Book with GetVisit for NABL-accredited results, same-day slots, home collection and cashless OPD.
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Blood
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No
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Male/Female
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What is a NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) Test in Mumbai ?
What is NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP)?
This test measures the hormone precursor called 17-hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP). The adrenal glands make 17-OHP as a step toward producing cortisol and sex hormones. It is particularly important for people with diabetes or hypertension , the two leading causes of chronic kidney disease in India, responsible for over 60% of cases requiring dialysis.
What does NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) measure?
It is important because a buildup of 17-OHP can signal an enzyme defect that prevents normal hormone production. The test is widely used in newborn screening to detect congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). CAH can cause salt loss, dehydration, abnormal genital development, or early puberty. Doctors use 17-OHP to identify affected babies quickly, confirm the diagnosis with further tests, start cortisol or salt-replacement treatment if needed, and monitor hormone levels during follow‑up.
What symptoms suggest NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) may be needed?
A doctor may recommend NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) when a patient reports ankle or leg swelling, reduced urine output, frothy or foamy urine, persistent fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, persistent itching, muscle cramps, and high blood pressure. If you have these symptoms, GetVisit offers booking and home collection across Thane, Juhu, and other parts of Mumbai.
How is NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) performed?
At a GetVisit-partnered lab in Thane or Juhu, Mumbai, a certified phlebotomist cleans the inner elbow, locates a vein, and draws the required blood (typically 5 to 10 mL). The procedure takes 3 to 5 minutes. You feel a brief pinch at insertion and mild pressure during collection, then can eat, drive, and resume all activities immediately afterwards.
How accurate is NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP)?
Results are analytically reliable because GetVisit's Mumbai logistics network maintains proper cold-chain transport from your Thane or Juhu collection point to the processing lab, preserving sample integrity. NABL independently audits quality control at regular intervals.
Are there any risks to NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP)?
Beyond a brief pinch, NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) carries almost no risk. Keep the arm relaxed during the draw, press gently on the site afterwards, and avoid heavy lifting with that arm for about an hour.
Did you know?
The 17-hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) test measures blood levels of the steroid precursor 17-hydroxyprogesterone.
NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) Test Preparation in Mumbai
Medication guidance:
Mention any regular painkillers or blood-pressure medicines to your doctor, since some can temporarily affect kidney markers.
Diet and fasting:
No special diet or fasting is needed. Carry on normally; just stay hydrated and avoid alcohol the night before.
When to book:
Book whenever is convenient; for fasting or hormone tests an early-morning slot is ideal. GetVisit covers Vikhroli, Belapur, and all of Mumbai.
What to carry:
Keep your prescription and ID handy, along with your OPD insurance details if applicable. Wear sleeves that roll up easily.
NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) Test Parameters in Mumbai
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NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP). Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.
Why Take a NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) Test in Mumbai ?
When does a doctor order NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP)?
NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) is commonly included in newborn screening panels. Doctors order it when a baby shows poor feeding, vomiting, dehydration, or ambiguous genitalia, or when there is a family history of congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
Who should get NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) done in Mumbai?
Mumbai's intense April-to-June pre-monsoon heat and humidity , with temperatures reaching 38 to 40°C at very high relative humidity , creates one of India's most physiologically stressful dehydration environments. The combination of high heat, physical commuting, and insufficient water intake among working residents of Thane, Vashi, Belapur, Mulund, and Ghatkopar creates significant kidney stone and dehydration-related renal stress risk. Those who benefit most from regular NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) testing include diabetics, hypertensives, older adults, and anyone with swelling, frothy urine, or a previous abnormal kidney result. Early detection in Mumbai allows intervention long before symptoms of kidney failure appear.
What conditions can NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) help diagnose?
It helps diagnose and monitor CAH and guides hormone replacement therapy. Abnormal results may be due to enzyme defects, stress, prematurity, illness, or steroid use and need confirmation.
What do NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) results mean?
Higher or positive results: Elevated 17‑hydroxyprogesterone suggests impaired cortisol synthesis, most commonly 21‑hydroxylase congenital adrenal hyperplasia. Lower or negative results: 17α‑hydroxylase deficiency (a form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia) causes cortisol and sex‑steroid deficiency with excess mineralocorticoids. Your doctor reads the value against the reference range on your report and your symptoms, and may repeat a borderline result to confirm it.
How often should NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) be repeated?
Adults with no risk factors and a normal result: annually from age 30. Diabetics and hypertensives: at least once a year, often every 6 months. Patients with known kidney disease: at the interval set by their nephrologist. Anyone starting a drug cleared by the kidneys: at baseline and periodically thereafter.
What happens after NBS - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) results are ready?
Book a follow-up consultation after reviewing your results. GetVisit stores your reports alongside your previous test history, so your doctor sees your full health trend, not just today's snapshot. This longitudinal context significantly improves the clinical value of each repeat test.
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Glad I did this , the result changed my doctor's approach to my treatment. Post-monsoon check , my doctor is thorough about kidney markers after any seasonal illness. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp in Worli. The lab staff were polite and I wasn't kept waiting. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.
Got the digital report faster than expected , well before the stated deadline. Had some ankle swelling and my doctor immediately ordered a kidney panel. GetVisit showed prices upfront so I knew exactly what I was paying in Mulund West. The report gave my doctor everything needed to make a confident diagnosis. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.
High uric acid runs in the family , I get this checked every few months. I arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. A borderline value was caught early , my doctor said it was good we tested now. Much better than queuing at a hospital lab.
High uric acid runs in the family , I get this checked every few months. Booked online through GetVisit , no calls, no waiting on hold in Ghatkopar West. Quick in and out , spent less than 15 minutes at the centre. I received the report on my phone and shared it directly with my doctor. Much better than queuing at a hospital lab.
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