Leptospira Antibody, IgG

Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection. It spreads through urine of infected animals, such as dogs, rodents, and farm animals, who may be the carriers of the infection. Leptospira Antibody IgG is a blood test used in the diagnosis of leptospirosis. The infection is transmitted through indirect human contact with water, food, or soil that is contaminated by the bacterium, Leptospira interrogans. Those who work with animals or work outdoors are at a high risk of contracting this infection. The symptoms of leptospirosis include fever, headache, muscle ache, vomiting, jaundice, diarrhea, and rashes.

It is important to get the Leptospira Antibody IgG test done because some symptoms mimic those of other diseases. A positive Antibody IgG result could suggest a past infection or convalescence or exposure to antigens (vaccine). It is treated with antibiotics, such as penicillin and doxycycline.

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.