Bordetella Pertussis IgG Antibodies , Serum

Bordetella Pertussis IgG Antibodies, Serum

Test Overview

The Bordetella Pertussis IgG Antibodies, Serum test measures the level of IgG antibodies against Bordetella pertussis, the bacterium responsible for whooping cough (pertussis). This test helps determine previous exposure, recent infection, or immune response following vaccination.

Clinical Significance

This test is useful for:

• Supporting the diagnosis of pertussis infection
• Evaluating immune status after vaccination
• Detecting recent or past exposure to Bordetella pertussis
• Investigating prolonged cough illness

Symptoms of Pertussis

• Severe or prolonged coughing spells
• “Whooping” sound after coughing
• Runny nose
• Mild fever
• Vomiting after coughing
• Fatigue

Specimen

• Sample Type: Serum

Method

• Methodology: Immunoassay / ELISA

Preparation

• No special preparation or fasting is required.

Interpretation

• Positive: Suggests recent infection, past exposure, or vaccination response
• Negative: No detectable IgG antibodies
• Results should be interpreted along with clinical findings and vaccination history.

Turnaround Time

• Typically 3 to 5 days

Recommended For

• Individuals with persistent cough
• Suspected whooping cough infection
• Post-vaccination immunity assessment
• Epidemiological or outbreak investigations

Important Notes

• Early infections may require additional testing such as PCR or IgM antibodies.
• Vaccination history can influence IgG antibody levels.

Disclaimer

This test is intended for diagnostic support and should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare professional in correlation with clinical findings and other laboratory investigations.