BABESIA MICROTI ANTIBODIES IgG and IgM Test
At DNA Labs UAE, we offer the BABESIA MICROTI ANTIBODIES IgG and IgM Test to detect the presence of antibodies against Babesia microti, a parasite that causes babesiosis, in the blood. This diagnostic test helps in determining if a person has been exposed to the parasite and if they have a current or past infection.
Test Details
The BABESIA MICROTI ANTIBODIES IgG & IgM test is usually performed using a blood sample. It measures the levels of IgG and IgM antibodies to determine the stage of infection. IgG antibodies are produced in the later stages of infection, while IgM antibodies are produced in the early stages.
Test Components and Price
The cost of the BABESIA MICROTI ANTIBODIES IgG and IgM Test is AED 1040.0. The test requires a 2 mL (0.5 mL min.) serum sample from 1 SST. The sample should be shipped refrigerated or frozen. A duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form is mandatory.
Report Delivery
The sample for the test should be sent by the 7th of the month, and the report will be delivered after 2-3 weeks.
Method
The BABESIA MICROTI ANTIBODIES IgG and IgM Test is performed using the Immunofluorescence Assay method.
Test Type
The test is categorized under Infections.
Doctor
A physician will oversee the testing process and interpret the results.
Test Department
The test is conducted in the OS department.
Pre Test Information
No special preparation is required before taking the test.
Interpreting the Test Results
A positive result for IgM antibodies indicates an acute or recent infection, while a positive result for IgG antibodies indicates a past or ongoing infection. It is important to note that a positive test result does not necessarily mean that a person is currently experiencing symptoms or is still infectious.
Further Evaluation and Treatment
Further testing and evaluation by a healthcare professional are usually required to determine the significance of the test results and the appropriate course of treatment.
| Test Name | BABESIA MICROTI ANTIBODIES IgG and IgM Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 1040.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 2 mL (0.5 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Duly filled Test Send Out Consent Formis mandatory. |
| Report Delivery | Sample by 7th of the month; Report after 2??3 weeks |
| Method | Immunofluorescence Assay |
| Test type | Infections |
| Doctor | Physician |
| Test Department: | OS |
| Pre Test Information | No special preparation required |
| Test Details | The BABESIA MICROTI ANTIBODIES IgG & IgM test is a diagnostic test used to detect the presence of antibodies against Babesia microti, a parasite that causes babesiosis, in the blood. IgG antibodies are produced in the later stages of infection, while IgM antibodies are produced in the early stages. The test measures the levels of these antibodies to determine if a person has been exposed to the parasite and if they have a current or past infection. The test is usually performed using a blood sample. A positive result for IgM antibodies indicates an acute or recent infection, while a positive result for IgG antibodies indicates a past or ongoing infection. It is important to note that a positive test result does not necessarily mean that a person is currently experiencing symptoms or is still infectious. Further testing and evaluation by a healthcare professional are usually required to determine the significance of the test results and the appropriate course of treatment. |
