Altus Diagnostic delivers accurate FRAT Test (Folic Receptor Antibody Test) across all areas of Delhi and NCR. USA standard test reports — accepted at AIIMS Delhi, Fortis, Max, Apollo, and all major hospitals. Trusted by Delhi families for precise, fast results.
The FRAT Test (Folic Receptor Antibody Test) is a specialised blood test that detects autoantibodies blocking the folate receptors in the brain. When these autoantibodies are present, they prevent folate from reaching the brain — even when blood folate levels appear normal. This leads to a condition called Cerebral Folate Deficiency (CFD), which affects neurological development in children and can complicate pregnancies.
Delhi families, particularly those with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, are increasingly choosing the FRAT Test as part of a comprehensive diagnostic approach. Additionally, neurologists at AIIMS Delhi and other leading Delhi hospitals regularly recommend this test for children showing signs of developmental regression, speech delays, or unexplained seizures.
Moreover, this specialised test is equally important for pregnant women in Delhi who have experienced recurrent pregnancy loss or unexplained complications during previous pregnancies.
Key fact: Normal blood folate levels do not rule out Cerebral Folate Deficiency. A child can have normal blood folate but still have autoantibodies that block folate from reaching the brain. Therefore, the FRAT Test is the only way to detect this specific, treatable condition.
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Delhi has many diagnostic laboratories, but the FRAT Test in Delhi is a highly specialised immunology test that very few labs offer correctly. Altus Diagnostic is one of the very few laboratories in India that performs this test using USA standard testing protocols with full NABL accreditation. Here is why families across Delhi consistently choose us:
Our test uses USA standard protocols — the same methodology used by leading international diagnostic laboratories. As a result, our reports carry the scientific credibility that Delhi's top specialists expect. Furthermore, our NABL accreditation ensures that every report we issue is accepted at any hospital or medical institution in India — without question.
Altus Diagnostic holds full accreditation from the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). This is India's gold standard for laboratory quality. Consequently, our FRAT Test reports are accepted at AIIMS Delhi, Fortis, Max Healthcare, Apollo, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Medanta, and all government hospitals across Delhi and India.
We deliver your FRAT Test report in Delhi within 5 to 7 working days from sample collection — faster than most competitors who take 10 to 14 days. Moreover, you receive the report digitally via email and WhatsApp as a certified PDF, so you can share it with your specialist immediately.
Trust matters — especially for a specialised medical test. Therefore, we let our results speak: 157 verified Google reviews with a 4.6 star rating, including multiple Delhi and NCR families who have shared their positive experiences. Our track record with Delhi families speaks for itself.
You do not need to travel to Chandigarh for the FRAT Test. Instead, we arrange trained, certified phlebotomists to collect your blood sample at your home anywhere in Delhi. From South Delhi to Rohini, from Noida to Gurgaon — we cover the entire Delhi NCR region. Collection charges are confirmed at the time of booking based on your specific area.
We understand that trust is essential when choosing a lab for a specialised medical test. Therefore, we collect payment after sample collection at your home. You pay after our phlebotomist collects the sample — not before. This policy gives Delhi families complete confidence in our service.
Booking and booking this specialised test in Delhi is straightforward. We have designed the process specifically to be simple for Delhi families, whether you are in Central Delhi or the outer NCR areas.
Contact us at +91 89680 10467 via WhatsApp or call. Share your name, Delhi area, and reason for the FRAT Test. Our team confirms your appointment and shares the home collection charges for your specific location in Delhi.
On the confirmed date, a trained and certified phlebotomist visits your Delhi home at the scheduled time. They collect the blood sample following strict protocols that preserve sample integrity — which is critical for an immunology test like the FRAT Test.
You make payment of ₹8,500 (test fee) after sample collection at your home — via UPI, NEFT, or online transfer. Collection charges are settled separately. This policy ensures complete transparency and trust.
Your Delhi sample travels to our NABL accredited laboratory in Chandigarh under controlled cold-chain conditions. Our team then performs the FRAT Test using USA standard protocols — ensuring accurate, reproducible, and clinically meaningful results.
Within 5 to 7 working days, you receive your NABL certified FRAT Test report via email and WhatsApp. The report includes quantitative antibody levels, reference ranges, and interpretation notes — everything your Delhi specialist needs to make a clinical decision.
The FRAT Test price in Delhi at Altus Diagnostic is ₹8,500 for the test itself. Home sample collection across Delhi and NCR is available at an additional charge, which varies by your area and is confirmed when you book. There are no hidden charges within the test price.
The ₹8,500 test price reflects the true cost of performing the FRAT Test correctly — with USA standard protocols, NABL accredited testing, and a detailed quantitative report. Unlike routine blood tests, the FRAT Test requires specialised equipment, cold-chain sample handling, and expert interpretation. Nevertheless, our pricing remains transparent and competitive.
We arrange FRAT Test home sample collection across all areas of Delhi and the greater NCR region. Whether you live in South Delhi, North Delhi, or the outer NCR areas, our phlebotomists reach your home on the confirmed date. Below are the specific areas we cover:
Don't see your area? Call +91 89680 10467 — we cover most localities across Delhi and NCR. Our team confirms collection availability and charges for your specific area within a few hours of inquiry.
Yes — absolutely. The FRAT Test report from Altus Diagnostic is accepted at AIIMS Delhi without any issue. Our NABL accreditation is the recognised national standard for diagnostic laboratory reports in India. Therefore, AIIMS Delhi, like all other government and private hospitals, accepts our reports as valid and clinically reliable.
Furthermore, multiple Delhi families have used our FRAT Test reports at AIIMS Delhi — including patients from the neurology and paediatrics departments — without facing any rejection or requests for retesting.
NABL accreditation is mandatory for any laboratory report to be accepted at AIIMS Delhi and all government institutions. Our NABL accreditation certificate covers the FRAT Test, which means your report carries the full weight of India's highest laboratory quality standard. In addition, our USA standard testing methodology provides the scientific rigour that Delhi's top neurologists and autism specialists require.
Autism diagnosis rates in Delhi have increased significantly over the past decade. As a result, more Delhi parents are seeking comprehensive diagnostic tests — including the FRAT Test for autism in Delhi — to understand the underlying biological factors affecting their children.
Research published in peer-reviewed medical journals demonstrates that a significant percentage of children with autism spectrum disorder carry folate receptor autoantibodies that block folate from reaching the brain. Consequently, their brains do not receive the folate they need for healthy neurological function — even when their diet and blood folate levels appear normal.
When Delhi autism specialists identify folate receptor autoantibodies through the FRAT Test, they can prescribe high-dose folinic acid (leucovorin calcium) therapy. This targeted treatment has shown measurable improvements in the following areas:
Therefore, the FRAT Test is not just a diagnostic tool — it is the first step toward a targeted, evidence-based treatment plan for Delhi children with autism. Moreover, early identification leads to better outcomes. The sooner Delhi families identify folate receptor autoantibodies, the sooner treatment can begin.
Leading neurologists and autism specialists at AIIMS Delhi, Fortis, and Max Healthcare regularly recommend the FRAT Test in Delhi as part of a comprehensive autism workup. If your child's specialist in Delhi has recommended this test, Altus Diagnostic provides the most accessible and reliable way to get it done — with home sample collection directly in Delhi.
Yes. Pregnant women in Delhi can safely undergo the FRAT Test with home sample collection. The test involves a standard blood draw — a simple, non-invasive procedure that poses no risk during pregnancy when performed by a certified phlebotomist.
Delhi gynaecologists and obstetricians recommend the FRAT Test during pregnancy in the following situations:
Furthermore, if a previous child has tested positive for folate receptor autoantibodies, testing during a subsequent pregnancy can help guide early intervention. Always consult your Delhi gynaecologist before booking. Nevertheless, if your doctor has recommended the FRAT Test during pregnancy, Altus Diagnostic makes the process safe and convenient with home collection at your Delhi address.
Once you receive your FRAT Test report in Delhi, your next step is to take the report to your treating specialist — your child's neurologist, autism specialist, or your gynaecologist. Here is what typically happens next:
A positive result means the test detected folate receptor autoantibodies in the blood. This is an important diagnostic finding, but it is also a treatable one. Your Delhi specialist will review the quantitative antibody levels in our report and determine the appropriate course of treatment — most commonly, high-dose folinic acid therapy. Moreover, many families report noticeable improvement within weeks to months of starting treatment.
A negative result means the test did not detect significant folate receptor autoantibodies. However, this does not end the diagnostic journey. Instead, your Delhi specialist can use the negative FRAT Test result to rule out cerebral folate deficiency and focus on other potential causes for your child's symptoms. Either way, the FRAT Test report provides clinically valuable information.
Additionally, Altus Diagnostic offers post-report consultation support to help Delhi families understand their results before their specialist appointment. Call or WhatsApp +91 89680 10467 for guidance on interpreting your FRAT Test report. We help you prepare the right questions for your Delhi doctor.