Leishmania (Kala Azar) Antibody, IgG near me in Ernakulam

Leishmania (Kala Azar) Antibody, IgG test helps detect IgG antibodies against leishmania Donovani, a microorganism responsible for causing leishmaniasis (Kala-azar) disease. This test detects IgG antibodies in the blood suggestive of any past or present infection. This disease is transmitted via the bite of the infected female sandfly. Symptoms of this disease include fever, weight loss, anaemia, and swelling of a few vital organs. Individuals with immunocompromised conditions and living in endemic areas are at a high risk of getting infected with this disease. No vaccines or specific medicines are available to prevent this infection. However, reducing exposure to flies using insecticide spray or insecticide-treated nets and self-protection will help control the spread of this disease.

Please note: This is an outsourced test. The sample for this test is collected by TATA 1MG and processed at a NABL accredited partnered lab.