The Filaria antigen test is a diagnostic test used to detect the presence of antigens associated with filarial infections. Filarial infections are caused by parasitic worms belonging to the family Filarioidea and can lead to diseases such as lymphatic filariasis and onchocerciasis (river blindness).
The Filaria antigen test may be required in the following conditions:
The Filaria Antigen Test is a simple blood test that can be performed in a laboratory. Before the test, the patient may be asked to avoid certain medications that may affect the results. During the test, our healthcare professional will use a needle to draw blood from a vein in the patient's arm. The blood sample will then be sent to our laboratory for analysis.
Positive Result: A positive result indicates the presence of filarial antigens in the tested sample, suggesting an active filarial infection. If the test is positive, further diagnostic tests or examinations may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis, determine the species of the filarial parasite, and assess the severity of the infection. Negative Result: A negative result suggests the absence of detectable filarial antigens in the tested sample.
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