Serum Anti Leptospiral IgG

Specimen Required

3-5cc Clotted Blood or Serum

Fasting Required

Purpose of the Test

The anti-Leptospiral IgG test is primarily used to diagnose and monitor the treatment of leptospirosis, a bacterial infection that can cause fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, and in severe cases, kidney and liver failure. The test can also be used to detect a previous infection with Leptospira bacteria.

When this test is required

A positive test result for anti-Leptospiral IgG antibodies indicates the presence of antibodies against Leptospira bacteria, which may suggest a current or past infection with the bacteria. However, a positive result alone is not enough to make a definitive diagnosis of leptospirosis, and additional tests and clinical evaluation are needed. A negative test result means that there are no detectable anti-Leptospiral IgG antibodies in the blood, which may suggest that the person has not been exposed to Leptospira bacteria or that the antibodies have not yet developed.

What the Test Detects

The anti-Leptospiral IgG test is used to diagnose and monitor the treatment of leptospirosis, a bacterial infection that can cause a wide range of symptoms, from mild flu-like illness to severe complications, such as kidney and liver failure. The test can also be used to detect a previous infection with Leptospira bacteria.

Preparation for the Test

The anti-Leptospiral IgG test measures the levels of antibodies against Leptospira bacteria, specifically the IgG antibodies. IgG antibodies are produced by the immune system in response to an infection with Leptospira bacteria and remain in the blood for a long time after the infection has resolved.

Sample Requirements

No special preparation is needed for the anti-Leptospiral IgG test.

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