| Sample Type | BLOOD |
|---|---|
| Reporting TAT | Within 24 Hours |
| Facility | Home Collection Available |
CYTOMEGALOVIRUS, IGG ANTIBODY
₹550.00
The Cytomegalovirus (CMV) IgG Antibody test is used to detect past exposure to cytomegalovirus (CMV) , a common virus that belongs to the herpesvirus family. The test specifically measures the presence of IgG antibodies against CMV in the blood.
An IgG result indicates that a person has been exposed to CMV at some point in the past and has developed an immune response. CMV typically causes mild symptoms or no symptoms at all in healthy individuals, but it can be serious for people with weakened immune systems (such as organ transplant recipients or individuals with HIV) and for pregnant women, as it can lead to congenital CMV infection in the baby.
– Positive IgG : Suggests prior exposure or infection with CMV. It does not indicate an active infection.
– Negative IgG : Indicates no past exposure to CMV, implying susceptibility to the virus.
This test is commonly used in pregnant women to assess the risk of congenital CMV infection or in individuals with compromised immune systems to determine if they have been previously exposed to the virus.
