YERSINIA ENTEROCOLITICA ANTIGEN Test

Test Name: YERSINIA ENTEROCOLITICA ANTIGEN Test

Components: -

Price: 370.0 AED

Sample Condition: 5 g fresh stool in a sterile screw capped container. Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE.

Report Delivery: Sample Daily by 1 pm; Report Same day

Method: ICT

Test type: Infections

Doctor: Physician

Test Department: -

Pre Test Information: No special preparation required

Test Details:

The Yersinia enterocolitica antigen test is a laboratory test used to detect the presence of antigens specific to the Yersinia enterocolitica bacteria. Yersinia enterocolitica is a gram-negative bacterium that can cause gastrointestinal infections in humans, leading to symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever.

The antigen test involves collecting a sample, typically stool or blood, from the patient suspected of having a Yersinia enterocolitica infection. The sample is then tested for the presence of Yersinia enterocolitica antigens using specific antibodies that bind to the bacteria's surface antigens. If the antigens are present, a reaction occurs, indicating a positive result for Yersinia enterocolitica infection.

This test is commonly used in clinical laboratories to aid in the diagnosis of Yersinia enterocolitica infections, especially in cases where the symptoms are consistent with the infection but other tests, such as culture or PCR, may be inconclusive or time-consuming. It is important to note that the antigen test is not a definitive diagnosis, and further confirmatory testing may be required.

Overall, the Yersinia enterocolitica antigen test plays a crucial role in identifying and diagnosing Yersinia enterocolitica infections, helping healthcare providers to initiate appropriate treatment and prevent further spread of the bacteria.