The Extractable Nuclear Antigen (ENA) QUANTRIX 25 IgG Lab Test is a medical diagnostic lab test that is performed on the patient’s blood sample. The number of IgG antibodies is detected, which may be raised due to a chronic (long-term) infection. It is an in-vitro (outside the body) quantitative test that is often used in combination with other clinical tests to diagnose certain diseases.
A high value is mostly indicative of a diseased state, and the patient has to take medicines and other supportive measures to treat the abnormality. However, a high value is not diagnostic and may be due to other underlying conditions. A doctor can make an accurate diagnosis of your condition and initiate effective therapy.
In abnormal conditions, natural body mediators, such as IgG, in combination with other proteins, carry out severe reactions that lead to the typical disease symptoms, such as pain and discomfort.
The detection of IgG antibodies helps the doctor diagnose your specific condition and plan treatment accordingly.
- What are the risks associated with this test?
There are no significant risks associated with this test, except for mild redness, pain, and irritation at the injection site. However, if you experience any severe reactions, please contact your doctor immediately.
- Is IgG Antibody normally present in the body?
IgG antibody is a natural protein found in the human body that mediates immune reactions; however, normally it remains within a narrow range. Usually, the values lower than 16.0 g/L mean you do not have the suspected disease. Please consult your doctor for further information.
- How long does the IgG ENA Quantrix test take?
The test mostly takes two days to show results. However, it may take longer for you to receive them depending on the laboratory you are getting tested from.
- Is a high value of IgG antibody fatal?
A high IgG antibody value does not necessarily mean your condition will get worse. Your doctor will prescribe you medicines that control the severity of your symptoms. For further guidance, please consult your doctor.
- What is the preparation for this test?
These is no specific preparation for this test unless you are given any special instructions by your doctor.
A positive IgG ENA Quantrix test result means that the tested individual has a greater number of IgG antibodies than the normal value, which is 6.0-16.0 g/L.
A negative test result means that you have a normal number of IgG antibodies.
Some abnormal conditions reactions are mild, whilst others are serious and can have dire consequences. Getting tested is necessary for ruling out the causes of any abnormalities, which may be resolved within a few hours or, in some serious cases, last for years and require life-long treatment.
Getting tested is essential for the following reasons:
- Helps you and your doctor diagnose various allergies, infections, auto-immune disorders, cancers, metabolic disorders, anemia, etc.
- Regular check-up
- Diagnose conditions before they progress and prove to be fatal
- Plan treatment and evaluate the effectiveness of given therapy
