MEASLES RUBEOLA ANTIBODY IgM Test
Test Name: MEASLES RUBEOLA ANTIBODY IgM Test
Components: IgM antibodies specific to the measles virus
Price: 370.0 AED
Sample Condition: 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
Report Delivery: Sample received by Friday, 9 am; Report delivered on the same day
Method: CLIA
Test Type: Infections
Doctor: Physician
Test Department: DNA Labs UAE
Pre Test Information: No special preparation required
Test Details
The measles (rubeola) antibody IgM test is a blood test used to detect the presence of IgM antibodies specific to the measles virus. IgM antibodies are produced by the immune system in response to a recent infection or vaccination.
This test is primarily used to diagnose acute measles infection, as IgM antibodies are typically present in the blood within a few days to a week after the onset of symptoms. It can also be used to confirm a suspected case of measles in individuals who have not been vaccinated or have an unknown vaccination history.
The test is performed by taking a blood sample from the patient, which is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. If IgM antibodies specific to the measles virus are detected in the blood, it indicates a recent or ongoing measles infection.
It is important to note that a positive IgM test result does not necessarily mean that the person has an active measles infection. False positives can occur due to cross-reactivity with antibodies from other similar viruses or due to previous vaccination.
If a positive IgM test result is obtained, further testing may be required to confirm the diagnosis and determine the appropriate course of treatment.
| Test Name | MEASLES RUBEOLA ANTIBODY IgM Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 370.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Report Delivery | SampleFri by 9 am;ReportSameday |
| Method | CLIA |
| Test type | Infections |
| Doctor | Physician |
| Test Department: | |
| Pre Test Information | No special preparation required |
| Test Details |
The measles (rubeola) antibody IgM test is a blood test used to detect the presence of IgM antibodies specific to the measles virus. IgM antibodies are produced by the immune system in response to a recent infection or vaccination. This test is primarily used to diagnose acute measles infection, as IgM antibodies are typically present in the blood within a few days to a week after the onset of symptoms. It can also be used to confirm a suspected case of measles in individuals who have not been vaccinated or have an unknown vaccination history. The test is performed by taking a blood sample from the patient, which is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. If IgM antibodies specific to the measles virus are detected in the blood, it indicates a recent or ongoing measles infection. It is important to note that a positive IgM test result does not necessarily mean that the person has an active measles infection. False positives can occur due to cross-reactivity with antibodies from other similar viruses or due to previous vaccination. If a positive IgM test result is obtained, further testing may be required to confirm the diagnosis and determine the appropriate course of treatment. |
