Dengue IgM Antibody Test, EIA
VIPThe test looks for IgM antibodies against dengue infections to check recent dengue exposure.
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Dengue IgM Antibodies, EIA (1)
- Dengue IgM Antibodies, EIA
Test Criteria
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Who all are eligible for this test?
- People who are at high risk of dengue fever include the elderly, kids, and pregnant women.
- Dengue fever mostly doesn't show any symptoms, except mild fever with or without rashes.
- If any individual is going through the following symptoms, such as high fever, retro-orbit pain around the eyes, presence of bruising or rashes, thrombocytopania, severe headache, joint and muscle pain,
Why take this test?
- The test is helpful in detecting the virus within 5 days of illness or during the appearance of other symptoms. during this time IgM antibodies appearance that may last up to 3 months.
- The positive test shows that the patient has recently been infected by the dengue virus (within a week).
- Recognizing the dengue virus at the start of the illness is life-saving because immediate treatment will save the patient from the severe hemorrhagic and shock syndrome, which are secondary symptoms of dengue fever, and also hospitalization.
What are the benefits of this test?
- The test is very efficient and accurate; it prevents any delay in diagnosis and reduces the risk of severity of dengue fever.
- The test is very helpful in controlling the progression of acute dengue fever, which may lead to death if not addressed by the doctors immediately.
Q&A
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Q. Who is at risk of dengue?
Q. For how much duration does dengue lasts?
Q. How can I prevent dengue at home?
Q. How much time will I take to recover from dengue?
Dengue IgM Antibody Test
Overview
Dengue virus gets transmitted with the bite of the infected Aedes mosquito. Around 50 percent of the world’s population lives in dengue-prone areas. There is no specific medication or treatment for the illness. The remedy is to prevent yourself from the mosquito bite and to undergo a dengue test in case of symptoms. The low dengue platelet count leads to bleeding that can be fatal. Severe cases need hospitalization. Hence, it is important to consume a lot of water and keep your surroundings clean. The signs can be managed with medicines. Seek a doctor if you have recently traveled to a region with a tropical climate. Take rest and a balanced diet.
Symptoms that require a Dengue Test :
- Headache
- Vomiting & nausea
- Swollen glands
- Muscle aches
- Bone pain
- Pain in joints
- Rashes
If you have the same signs then opt for an IgM antibody test. This test helps to diagnose the infection in your body. You can also consult a doctor online. Dengue fever can result in serious complications like shock and hemorrhage. It is vital to take precautionary measures and the right therapy for the ailment.
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Why Dengue Antibody Test?
Dengue is a viral infection that is rated as the second most prevalent tropical ailment after malaria according to WHO. Also, South Asia especially India is the affected region. The complications of dengue are shock syndrome and hemorrhagic fever which makes it the most fatal one. So, it is quite essential to detect dengue infection via IgM antibodies.
IgM positive means that the person has recently got infected. If you are tested positive, take the free doctor consultation online from Redcliffe labs. He will create a personalized treatment plan that helps to recover from the illness.