Respiratory illnesses can sometimes be difficult to diagnose solely with imaging tests. When doctors need a closer look inside the lungs to accurately evaluate and manage pulmonary conditions, a specialized procedure called Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) Panel Test may be recommended.

The BAL Panel test is conducted after the collection of fluid samples from the lung through a medical procedure known as bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL procedure). This is performed during a bronchoscopy, where a thin flexible tube called a bronchoscope is inserted through the nose or mouth and guided into the lungs. During the procedure, fluid will be collected from the lungs carrying cells, microorganisms, and other materials from the airways.

Analysis of the collected fluid through the BAL Panel test helps doctors diagnose and manage many different lung conditions, such as:

• Lung infections 
• Pneumonia that does not respond to initial treatment
• Interstitial lung diseases
• Inflammatory lung conditions
• Lung complications in immunocompromised patients
• Certain  malignancies

Since BAL samples come straight from the lungs, they often give more accurate results than imaging alone. 

Limited-Time BAL Panel Test Promo

To help patients access specialized diagnostic care, St. Luke’s Medical Center is offering a limited-time promotional rate for the Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) Panel Test.

Patients may avail of the procedure at a 20% discount, at Php 20,000, valid for six (6) months.

Promo mechanics:

• Valid for six (6) months from the start of the promo period
• Not valid in conjunction with other promos, packages, or government-mandated discounts
• Applicable to the BAL Panel Test only, and does not cover the cost of the BAL procedure.
• Other professional fees, laboratory tests, medications, and hospital charges may apply.

The BAL Panel Test is important because it helps doctors diagnose lung disease. The results help specialists create more focused treatment plans, which can lead to better care and outcomes for patients.

To book a consultation and learn more about the BAL Panel Test, you may contact the St. Luke’s Product Information Hub at:
0947-9930471 / 0998-5822276 / 0939-9161805 / 0928-5200239