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I'm trying to understand the difference between the Dengue IgG and IgM tests and the dengue NS1 test. When should one be used over the other? Are they looking for different things, and does it matter how soon after symptoms show up that you take them?

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Dr. Dr Mubarak Parveez B

Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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The NS1 test detects the dengue virus NS1 antigen, while the IgM from 3-5days and IgG after 7 days to detect the dengue virus antibodies.

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