2257. Ureaplasma urealyticum, IgM antibodies
Description
Ureaplasma urealyticum is an opportunistic pathogen that is a common cause of urethritis. It is present in the genitourinary tract and is normal, however, in case of a violation of the biocenosis and a decrease in immunity, its excessive growth and reproduction may begin.
The human immune system reacts to an increase in the number of pathogens by the synthesis of antibodies.
Determination of immunoglobulins M in the blood indicates an acute phase of an infection provoked by Ureaplasma urealyticum. The test is widely used for the diagnosis of ureaplasmosis and its differential diagnosis with other infectious diseases.
When and who needs the test?
- suspicion of infection with ureaplasma;
- diagnosis of the causes of urethritis;
- differential diagnosis of sexually transmitted diseases.
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...