Coxsackie Antibodies - IgG Test

A virus is a microscopic parasite that can prey on humans. There are different types of deadly viruses that can be a threat to human life. Coxsackie viruses are RNA viruses which can infect and cause disease in hand, foot and mouth. It also can cause herpangina and Hemorrhagic conjunctivitis. They generally occur with fever, rash and blisters. The Coxsackie virus antibody test is used to calculate the number of antibodies to the Coxsackie virus in blood. It is used to help diagnose a suspected Coxsackie virus infection. It is also known as Coxsackie Antibodies Igg Elisa Blood. It involves blood test using ELISA method on a Blood sample. The lab report generated after the test will give you the standard value range for your age group and gender.

There is absolutely no necessity to alter the diet or stop any medications unless otherwise notified by the doctor. Medications such as steroids, androgens, corticosteroids, and dextran can influence and affect the results during the process. You have to ensure that you consult everything with the doctor in prior to doing anything that can tamper the results. The doctor will also convey the minimal test risks like fainting or moderate pain in the due process.

As mentioned earlier, the Coxsackie virus antibody test is used to calculate the number of antibodies to the Coxsackie virus in the blood. It is used to help diagnose a suspected Coxsackie virus infection. Once the reports are obtained, we can draw certain conclusions to estimate the desired outcome: Negative- Indicates everything is fine with your body.

A blood sample is obtained by inserting a needle into a vein in the arm. The location of the vein will be cleansed with an alcohol pad. A needle is then injected into the cleansed portion of the skin preferably the visible vein and then a sample of blood is taken. The lab assistant will remove the needle and put an adhesive bandage over the area. It is done by detecting the allergen-specific IgE in the sample taken. It is taken for further observation and examination to the research laboratory.