Toxocara (Toxocara canis/cati) IgG antibodies
Detects IgG antibodies to Toxocara canis/cati — parasites (helminths) that can affect the human body. Used for toxocariasis diagnosis — a parasitic disease more common in children and adults with animal or soil contact.
Infection routes:
- dirty hands;
- soil/sand contact (playgrounds);
- contact with dogs/cats;
- consuming unwashed vegetables/berries.
Recommended for:
- children (especially playing in sand);
- dog and cat owners;
- elevated eosinophils;
- frequent unexplained allergies;
- prolonged cough/'bronchitis'.
Biomaterial: Venous blood
- Draw blood fasting (8-12 hours without food)
- Water is permitted
- Exclude fatty food and alcohol 24 hours before
- No smoking 30 minutes before
Medications: If taking antiparasitic drugs, hormonal drugs, or immunosuppressants — inform physician; dose adjustment is usually not required unless directed by physician
- Prolonged cough/allergic symptoms without obvious cause;
- frequent rashes, itching, urticaria;
- elevated eosinophils;
- prolonged temperature, weakness;
- enlarged liver/lymph nodes;
- abdominal pain, nausea;
- suspected eye involvement (vision impairment, inflammation);
- contact with dogs/cats (especially in children).
Note: IgG shows contact with parasite (including past contact). To confirm active infection, physician evaluates symptoms, blood count, and other examinations.
Negative IgG — antibodies not detected (usually no infection or very early stage).
Positive IgG — organism contacted toxocara; may be: current infection, past infection, chronic process.
At positive result: infectious disease parasitologist consultation for diagnosis confirmation and treatment. Self-treatment with antiparasitic drugs not recommended.
Result on the day of the request
