The chikungunya virus is more commonly known as and is a single-stranded RNA arbovirus. The chikungunya antibody IgM test is done to diagnose patients with recent or past ChikV infections. Mostly, the virus is known to affect inhabitants of Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean islands. Interestingly, the name is derived from the ethnic tribe Makonde of southeast Africa. A person who is infected with ChikV has unbearable joint pain.
It is recommended when there are: Symptoms such as high fever, headache, vomiting, severe pain, joint pain, and a maculopapular rash. The test is ordered a minimum of 5 days after the onset of the symptoms.
The Chikungunya Virus Antibody IgM test measures: The chikungunya IgM antibody test identifies the presence of anti-chikungunya antibodies, including IgM. IgM antibody levels peak three to five weeks after the beginning of sickness and last around two months. The chikungunya IgM test analyses the presence of IgM antibodies produced in response to chikungunya viral infection at the earliest. There is no effective antiviral therapy for chikungunya. The illness, on the other hand, has a short duration and seldom leads to significant consequences.
You will get the reports within 6 hours after the collection of the blood sample.
The Chikungunya Virus Antibody IgM test is prescribed by your doctor after completing the assessment of your conditions.
Positive / Negative
We require a blood sample for this test.
This test can be taken at any time during the day.
Fasting is not required for this test.
There are no specific precautions for this test.
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