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2153. Measles virus, IgM antibodies
Description
The test detects specific IgM antibodies that are produced in response to measles virus infection and allows for the diagnosis of acute or recent infection.
When and who needs the test?
- To confirm infection, look for the following symptoms:
- high fever;
- dry cough;
- runny nose;
- conjunctivitis;
- whitish spots on the inside of the cheeks;
- or a rash that starts on the face and spreads throughout the bodу.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach;
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...