{"product_id":"chlamydia-pneumoniaeigg-antibody-serum","title":"Chlamydia PneumoniaeIgG Antibody, Serum","description":"\u003cp\u003eSerum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1psaua4\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eChlamydia Pneumoniae IgG Antibody, Serum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"60\"\u003eTest Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chlamydia Pneumoniae IgG Antibody, Serum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"116\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eThe Chlamydia Pneumoniae IgG Antibody test measures IgG antibodies in the blood against \u003cem data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"227\"\u003eChlamydia pneumoniae\u003c\/em\u003e, a bacterium that commonly causes respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, and pharyngitis. The presence of IgG antibodies generally indicates past exposure or previous infection and may persist for months or years after infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"517\"\u003eWhy This Test Is Done\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"927\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jmgka6\" data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"576\"\u003eTo evaluate previous exposure to \u003cem data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eChlamydia pneumoniae\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ncv7dm\" data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"698\"\u003eTo assist in the diagnosis of respiratory infections when used along with clinical findings and other laboratory tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"25j2pg\" data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eTo help distinguish between past and recent infection when combined with IgM and\/or IgA antibody testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ncfzzk\" data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"927\"\u003eTo investigate chronic or recurrent respiratory symptoms potentially associated with \u003cem data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eChlamydia pneumoniae\u003c\/em\u003e infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eSymptoms That May Prompt Testing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5gg86z\" data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"985\"\u003ePersistent cough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g8nuvr\" data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"999\"\u003eSore throat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"170uep6\" data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eFever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19q95z9\" data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eFatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ez7yuo\" data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eShortness of breath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1juxdj5\" data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003eBronchitis-like symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"136fum8\" data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eCommunity-acquired pneumonia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eSample Required\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c2sgsk\" data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eSpecimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lfa1fq\" data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Immunoassay (method may vary by laboratory)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eUnderstanding the Results\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wmdujm\" data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eNegative:\u003c\/strong\u003e No detectable IgG antibodies; suggests no prior exposure or antibodies are below detectable levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1svarrw\" data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003ePositive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indicates previous exposure or past infection with \u003cem data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003eChlamydia pneumoniae\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8xundk\" data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eRising IgG Levels (paired samples):\u003c\/strong\u003e May suggest a recent or ongoing infection when compared with earlier results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eClinical Significance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jcn5z9\" data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003eIgG antibodies typically appear several weeks after infection and can remain detectable for extended periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"eiybla\" data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eA positive IgG result alone does not necessarily indicate an active infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b0ipvi\" data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003eInterpretation should be made alongside symptoms, medical history, and other laboratory findings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003ePreparation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gnp5ve\" data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eNo special preparation or fasting is usually required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o94jz5\" data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eInform your healthcare provider about any medications or ongoing infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eTurnaround Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h5mzmm\" data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eTypically \u003cstrong data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003e1–3 days\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2296\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThis test is commonly used as part of the diagnostic evaluation of atypical respiratory infections and may be combined with IgM and IgA antibody testing for a more complete assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lifecell Diagnostics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44007225688199,"sku":null,"price":1365.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/4241\/3447\/files\/a5161a1e-1d73-48d2-950c-5a8369bd0a6b.png?v=1780649208","url":"https:\/\/ourdermastore.com\/products\/chlamydia-pneumoniaeigg-antibody-serum","provider":"Ourdermastore ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}