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Serology Laboratory
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A serology blood test is performed to detect and measure the levels of antibodies as a result of exposure to a particular bacteria or virus.
When we are exposed to bacteria or viruses (antigens), the body’s immune system produces specific antibodies against the organism.
Antibody levels (antibody titer) help physicians to determine whether an infection occurred recently, or occurred years ago. |
Serology Lab:
The Serology Lab performs testing for blood borne pathogens including HIV and Hepatitis B, analyzes blood specimens for diseases of public health significance, e.g. vaccine- preventable diseases, diseases transmitted from animals to humans and mosquito-borne diseases. The lab also participates in the investigation of disease outbreaks significant to public health and analyzes tissue specimens from animals suspected of exposing humans to rabies and plague.
Tests Performed in the Serology Lab |
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