Serological tests

Learn how serology testing is performed, how to prepare, and how to interpret results together with a clinician.

Syphilis blood test: timing, types of tests, and results

A blood test for syphilis does not detect the bacteria directly, but rather the antibodies that the immune system produces in response to infection with Treponema pallidum.

Antibodies to Treponema pallidum: what the test shows, how it is interpreted, and when it confirms syphilis

Antibodies to Treponema pallidum are immune proteins that the body produces in response to infection with Treponema pallidum, the causative agent of syphilis.

Antibodies to the human immunodeficiency virus: what the test shows and how the results are interpreted

Antibodies to the human immunodeficiency virus are immune system proteins that are produced after the body comes into contact with the virus.

Antihelminth antibodies: what a blood test shows and how to interpret it correctly

Antihelminth antibodies are not a single, universal test for all parasites, but a group of different serological tests that look for an immune response to specific parasites or a limited set of their antigens.

Mycoplasma pneumonia tests: what tests are used?

To date, there are no clinical, epidemiological or laboratory symptoms that would allow for the early detection of Mycoplasma pneumoniae lung damage.

Rapid Hepatitis Test: Types and Interpretation of Results

Viral hepatitis is an infectious disease in which the inflammatory process caused by infectious agents spreads to the liver tissue.

Rapid test for human immunodeficiency virus: accuracy and instructions

A rapid (spot) or express HIV test can be performed outside of specialized laboratories, does not require any equipment, and provides results in a maximum of 30 minutes.

Epstein-Barr virus test: antibodies and polymerase chain reaction, norms

By herpes we are accustomed to understanding unsightly, painful, blistering rashes on the face in the lip area, which subsequently form brown crusts.

Tests for latent infections: which ones are included and how to prepare

In today's world, we increasingly encounter various illnesses. Combating infectious diseases has become especially important in medicine.

Tests after a tick bite: what to take

The risk of contracting infectious diseases transmitted by insects is quite high, even if the tick was removed quickly and was unable to penetrate deeply.

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