What happens during an antibody serology test?

Some blood is taken as a sample. After inserting the needle, she draws some blood and places it in a test tube or vial. You may feel mild discomfort when the needle is inserted or withdrawn, but the procedure usually takes less than five minutes.

How do I prepare myself for this test?

The antibody serology test does not require any special preparation.

Does this test have any risk?

The risks of a blood test are minimal. It is possible youfeel some pain in the needle area but the majority of the symptoms go away fast.

What do your results mean?

Your results depend on which antibodies were measured. They can be given as titers (antibody levels), or as positive (has antibodies) or negative (has no antibodies).

The most common results are:

Antibodies against a specific pathogen were found: This may mean that you had a previous infection. It can also mean that you have been vaccinated against a specific disease

Low levels of certain antibodies were found: This may mean that a previous vaccination is not offering you enough protection against a disease.

Autoantibodies found: Autoantibodies are a type of antibody that mistakenly attack healthy cells. This may mean you have an autoimmune disease

If you have questions about your results, ask your healthcare professional.

Is there anything else I need to know about antibody serology tests?

Antibody serology tests can show whether your body has had an immune response to a pathogen. But they do not show whether you are completely protected from a disease or how long the protection lasts.

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UV light can help reduce skin cell growth triggered by psoriasi. This type of therapy often requires constant and frequent sessions.

It should be noted that tanning beds are not the means of obtaining light therapy. Too much sunlight can actually make psoriasis worse.

Light therapy should always be performed under the supervision of a physician.