Candida-Antibody Testing-Introduction, Principle, Purpose, Types of antibody tests, Limitation, and More

Candida albicans growth on Biphasic medium (BHI agar and broth)-right (turbid)- No growth on left (clear)

Introduction Candida antibody testing measures immunoglobulins (IgG, IgA, and IgM) antibodies in the blood to help detect current or past Candida infections. These antibodies are produced in response to the presence of Candida in the body, assisting the immune system in fighting off the fungus. Principle Purpose …

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Salmonella Typhi IgM and IgG Tests-Introduction, Test Result, Test Method, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Salmonella Typhi IgM and IgG Tests-Introduction, Test Result, Test Method, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

Introduction Salmonella Typhi IgM and IgG tests are diagnostic tools used to detect antibodies in the blood that are specific to the bacterium Salmonella Typhi. It is the causative agent of typhoid fever, a potentially serious and life-threatening illness. These tests play a crucial role …

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Dengue Fever Panel Test: Introduction, Test Procedure, Report, Test Method, Clinical Significance, Keynotes

Dengue Fever Panel Test: Introduction, Test Procedure, Report, Test Method, Clinical Significance, Keynotes

Introduction The Dengue Fever Panel test is a diagnostic test designed to detect and confirm the presence of the dengue virus or specific antibodies in a person’s blood. Dengue fever is a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes, primarily the Aedes species, and is prevalent in …

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