Yersinia enterocolitica Antibodies IgG, Anti-Yersinia IgG (Serum)
The test determines IgG class antibodies to the yersiniosis pathogen Yersinia enterocolitica.
Used for detecting past infection and chronic disease forms.
Applied for prolonged intestinal symptoms, arthralgia, skin manifestations.
Prescribed in differential diagnosis of autoimmune and rheumatological diseases.
Important: a positive result is assessed together with clinical data.
What the test assesses:
• Presence of IgG antibodies to Yersinia enterocolitica in serum
• Fact of past infection or post-infectious immune response
Biomaterial: Venous blood
• Submit fasting
• Avoid intense physical exertion for 24 hours
Medications:
• If possible, avoid antibacterial and immunomodulatory medications for 24-48 hours
Recommended for testing:
• When yersiniosis is suspected
• With chronic GI disorders
• With reactive arthritis of unclear etiology
Important: results are assessed in combination with clinical data.
Negative result
— IgG antibodies to Yersinia enterocolitica not detected
— no contact with the pathogen or hidden infection
Positive result
— presence of IgG antibodies to Yersinia enterocolitica
— indicates past infection or chronic contact with the pathogen
Important: physician consultation is necessary for a positive or questionable result.
Result on the day of the request
