3063. PCR. Toxoplasma gondii (CSF, qualitative determination)
Important information
*For testing, the brougt-in biomaterial is taken
Description
Toxoplasmosis is an infectious disease characterized by frequent damage to the nervous system. Determination of the genetic material of Toxoplasma in the cerebrospinal fluid is to confirm the fact of the penetration of Toxoplasma through the blood-brain barrier.
The test is used to diagnose meningoencephalitis, encephalitis provoked by toxoplasma, and differential diagnosis of various neuroinfections.
When and who needs the test?
Detection of Toxoplasma gondii DNA in clinical material.
Biological material
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
Preparation as recommended by your doctor
The sampling should be done by your doctor. Deliver collected biomaterial to the laboratory for testing.