People with symptoms of dengue fever or recent exposure to the disease undergo the Dengue IgM test. As the symptoms of dengue fever initially resemble other infections like malaria, diagnosing the infection without performing laboratory tests is difficult.
Serology for dengue virus-specific IgG and IgM antibodies can help confirm a primary or secondary diagnosis. On average, 5 days after infection, both main and secondary infections produce IgM, whereas IgG is produced 2-4 weeks after primary infection and practically immediately after secondary infection.
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An antigen IgM test examines the dengue virus or antibodies created by the disease and transmitted to people by mosquitoes that reside in tropical and subtropical regions.
People who are infected with one of the four dengue virus serotypes typically experience no symptoms or minor sickness. The prognosis for a speedy recovery is good if a patient has symptoms.
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IgM positive test results indicate a recent dengue virus infection. After day 7 since the inception of symptoms, individuals with negative IgM results and unconfirmed cases had another round of serological testing done on them before day 8.
Dengue virus antigen detection using the NAAT or NS1 is negative in patients with negative IgM results after seven days of symptoms.
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What does the Dengue Test Measure ?
A Dengue test done at Maurya Labs measures the IgM and IgG antibodies for the diagnosis of dengue infection. IgM positive test results indicate a recent dengue virus infection. Generally a CBC Test is also advised along with the dengue test to see the platelet counts which tend to fall during the dengue infection. If the platelet count goes very low then it needs immediate admission and treatment else it may lead to internal bleeding which can be fatal.
Why should I do the Dengue Test ?
The doctor may recommend an IgM test if you are suffering from high fever and other flu-like symptoms associated with dengue. It is typically suggested during the monsoon season and outbreaks when dengue is common. If you have dengue, the doctor may order a CBC along with it.
Symptoms for Dengue are:
High fever
Eye pain and headaches
Swollen glands
Joint and muscle pain
Nausea, vomiting, and lack of appetite
How is the Dengue Test Done ?
The CBC test is a simple blood test with no need for fasting before the test. The blood sample can be taken by the phlebotomist at a pathology lab or at home. At Maurya Labs the test is done through a card. The sample collection takes less than a minute.
How long IgM remain positive in dengue?
IgM antibodies against the dengue virus are detectable 4-5 days after the symptoms start occurring and remain for about 12 weeks while the immune system fights the illness.
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