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Toxoplasma DNA Detection Test By PCR, CSF

Maximum days to obtain report: 5-7 days

What are the prerequisites for the test Toxoplasma DNA Detection Test By PCR, CSF

  • CSF sample collected in sterile container
  • Patient must have symptoms or risk factors for Toxoplasma infection
  • Patient must not have received treatment for Toxoplasma infection within the past 2 weeks
  • Patient must not have a history of recent head trauma or surgery
  • Consent form signed by patient or legal guardian

What are the measure values for the test Toxoplasma DNA Detection Test By PCR, CSF

  • Sensitivity: 95%
  • Specificity: 98%
  • Positive Predictive Value: 85%
  • Negative Predictive Value: 99%

What does this test Toxoplasma DNA Detection Test By PCR, CSF identify?

Toxoplasma DNA Detection Test By PCR, CSF

This test is used to identify the presence of Toxoplasma gondii DNA in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Toxoplasma gondii is a parasite that can cause toxoplasmosis, a potentially serious infection that can affect the brain and other organs.

By using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology, this test can detect the genetic material of the parasite in the CSF sample. This can help in the diagnosis and management of toxoplasmosis, especially in immunocompromised individuals or those with central nervous system symptoms.

Why is this test Toxoplasma DNA Detection Test By PCR, CSF taken?

The Toxoplasma DNA Detection Test By PCR, CSF is taken to detect the presence of Toxoplasma gondii DNA in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). This test is typically ordered when a patient is suspected to have toxoplasmosis, a parasitic infection caused by the Toxoplasma gondii parasite.

CSF is collected through a lumbar puncture (spinal tap), which involves inserting a needle into the lower back to obtain a sample of the fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. The CSF sample is then tested using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology to detect the genetic material of the Toxoplasma gondii parasite.

PCR testing is highly sensitive and specific, allowing for the accurate detection of even small amounts of Toxoplasma DNA in the CSF. This test is essential for diagnosing toxoplasmosis, especially in patients with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or organ transplant recipients.

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