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Liver Bilateral – Antibodies

Known as: Fasciola hepatica; antibodies
SKU: GER0003

150.00

Study material: Venous blood
Response time (working day): 14
The test is done on an empty stomach: no
Home call service: Yes
Country: EU

General Information

Liver Fluke (Fasciola hepatica) is a parasitic worm that infects the liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts. Once inside the host, the parasite feeds and depletes the host's nutrients. Infection can occur:

  • Raw and incompletely cooked fish Upon receipt
  • When consuming algae as food
  • contaminated While drinking

The infection can spread to sheep, cows, and also to domestic animals (cats, dogs).

 

Liver Bilateral Antibody Test

Liver Fluke (Fasciola hepatica) antibody testing is used to diagnose fascioliasis (infection caused by the liver fluke), especially when eggs are not yet visible in stool analysis. The ELISA test is the most commonly used and detects IgG antibodies at an early stage with high sensitivity (90%+).

When should we take the test?

Liver Fluke (Fasciola hepatica) antibody testing is recommended early in the course of symptoms or when stool tests are still negative. This testing is particularly important in endemic regions and to confirm the diagnostics.

Possible interpretation of the results

  • Positive answer
    • Indicates that the body has already produced antibodies against the liver fluke
    • It may indicate  Active infection  presence (especially if clinical symptoms and other test results match)
    • It could also be Sign of past infectionbecause IgG antibodies remain in the blood for a long time.
  • Negative answer
    • Usually means there is no infection
    • However, in the early stages, antibodies may not yet be produced → repeat testing or stool analysis is required
  • Ambiguous answer
    • May indicate low titer or nonspecific reaction
    • In such cases, it is recommended Additional tests (e.g., stool egg microscopy, ultrasonography)

Reference values

 

Interpretation of liver biopsy antibody test results is important to evaluate in a clinical context, as antibodies can indicate both current and past infection.

 

 

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