Quantiferon®-TB Gold (Interferon Gamma Release Assay) near me in Nelamangala
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What is Quantiferon®-TB Gold (Interferon Gamma Release Assay) in Nelamangala?
Available at an affordable price in Nelamangala with Tata 1mg labs, the Quantiferon®-TB Gold (Interferon Gamma Release Assay) test, also called the Interferon-gamma release assay (IGRA) test is a screening test used to see whether a person has been infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis (the bacteria causing TB). It works by measuring the body’s immune response to the TB bacteria. It may be used to diagnose latent TB infection. It is not used to test for active TB disease. Also, it cannot distinguish between active and latent TB infections and, therefore, is used in conjunction with risk assessment, radiography, and other medical and diagnostic evaluations. This test is suggested by your doctor if you have symptoms of TB, such as persistent cough, fever, and sudden weight loss. It may also be helpful for individuals who have been in close contact with someone with active TB, those with a history of travel to or residence in TB-endemic regions, and individuals with a weakened immune system.
No fasting is required for this test. You can eat and drink normally as per your routine.
What does Quantiferon®-TB Gold (Interferon Gamma Release Assay) measure?
The Quantiferon®-TB Gold (Interferon Gamma Release Assay) test measures the immune system’s response to the bacteria that cause tuberculosis (TB). It measures two important types of immune cells T cells—CD4 and CD8 in response to tuberculosis (TB) bacteria. Both these cells play key roles in fighting infections. When a person’s immune system encounters TB bacteria, CD4 T-cells help coordinate and regulate other immune cells, while CD8 T-cells can directly kill infected cells. The test is tailored to activate both CD4 and CD8 T-cells. If these cells recognize the TB proteins, they release a signal called interferon-gamma (IFN-γ); hence the name IGRA (Interferon gamma release assay). By measuring this signal or stimulation from both CD4 and CD8 cells, the test gives a more complete picture of the body’s immune response to TB. This helps doctors better detect both active and latent TB infections, improving the accuracy and reliability of the test.
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