Parameter Included: 1
Parameter Included: 1
Reliable, Corporate Office, Jaipur
RDC
: Corporate Office, Jaipur
Reliable, MALVIYA NAGAR, Jaipur
RDC
: Malviya Nagar, Jaipur
Reliable, DURGAPURA, Jaipur
RDC
: Durgapura, Jaipur
Reliable, SHRI HOSPITAL, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur
RDC
: Shri Hospital, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur
Reliable, JAWAHAR NAGAR, Jaipur
RDC
: Jawahar Nagar, Jaipur
Reliable, JK LOAN, Chetak Marg, JAIPUR
RDC
: Jk Loan, Chetak Marg, Jaipur
Reliable, SANGANERI GATE, Jaipur
RDC
: Sanganeri Gate, Jaipur
Reliable, Agra Road, Jaipur
RDC
: Agra Road, Jaipur
Reliable, JHOTWARA, Jaipur
RDC
: Jhotwara, Jaipur
The Scrub Typhus IgM Antibodies Rapid Test is an immunoassay that helps detect IgM antibodies against Orientia tsutsugamushi (Scrub typhus). Scrub Typhus, also known as tsutsugamushi fever, is a disease accidentally transmitted to humans. Fever, headache, body ache, and sometimes rashes are the most common symptoms. An eschar (cigarette burn-like sore) at the site of infection and swollen lymph nodes may also occur. The diagnosis is difficult as the clinical symptoms and signs are similar to many other febrile diseases and have relied on the detection of O. tsutsugamushi antibodies during the acute phase of the disease.
When a person is infected with scrub typhus, the immune system produces antibodies to fight against the bacterium. One of the specific antibodies produced is Immunoglobulin M (IgM). IgM antibodies are the first line of defense and are typically detected in the early stages of an infection.
Testing for scrub typhus IgM antibodies can help in the diagnosis of the disease. This test is often done using a blood sample. A positive IgM result indicates that the person has recently been infected with scrub typhus.
The presence of scrub typhus IgM antibodies is indicative of an ongoing or recent infection, as these antibodies tend to decrease over time. This provides valuable information to healthcare professionals in determining the appropriate treatment and management plan for the individual.
Treatment for scrub typhus typically involves the administration of antibiotics, such as doxycycline or azithromycin. Early detection and initiation of treatment can help prevent complications and promote recovery.
In summary, scrub typhus IgM antibody testing is a valuable diagnostic tool in identifying recent infections of scrub typhus. It aids healthcare professionals in making prompt and accurate diagnoses and ensuring timely initiation of appropriate treatment for affected individuals.