Category : STD/HIV | Code : K3401
Anti-Chlamydia IgG
Function
Chlamydia trachomatis is the most common sexually transmitted bacterial infection. Infection can cause tubal pregnancy, pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, and other organs can also be affected. Up to 70% of women and 30% of men may have no symptoms. This examination detects the presence of IgG antibodies against Chlamydia bacteria which indicates the presence of Chlamydia immunity (history of infection).
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday - Saturday < 2 pm | 4 days | Plain | Serum, 1 mL | 7 days, 2-8⁰C |
Condition
Not lysate and not lipemic
Method
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Score Reference
C. trachomatis IgG <1:64 C. trachomatis IgA <1:16 C. trachomatis IgM <1:10