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Echinococcus IgG Antibody Test with Reflex to Western Blot

The Echinococcus IgG Antibody Test with Reflex to Western Blot detects antibodies to Echinococcus species, the cause of echinococcosis or hydatid disease. This test helps identify parasitic infection by measuring the immune response and confirming results with Western Blot for accuracy. It supports diagnosis of liver or lung cysts and provides insight into parasitic exposure and disease progression.

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Also known as: Echinococcus Antibody IgG EIA with Reflex to Western Blot

Echinococcus Ab (IgG)

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The Echinococcus IgG Antibody Test with Reflex to Western Blot test contains 1 test with 1 biomarker .

Echinococcus IgG detection is an important tool for diagnosing hydatid disease, since infected individuals do not exhibit fecal shedding of E. granulosus eggs.

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