Chlamydia IgG

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. It is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide. Many people who have it may not experience any symptoms initially. However, the infection can cause serious long-term complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and chronic pelvic pain. The condition is generally cured with antibiotics when detected early.

The Chlamydia Trachomatis IgG test is a lab test conducted to detect the presence of IgG antibodies against Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria in the blood. While most people affected with Chlamydia Trachomatis disease do not display any symptoms early on, eventually they may experience the following symptoms: 

• Painful urination.
• Discharge from the penis or vagina.
• Lower abdominal pain.
• Pain during sexual intercourse for women.
• Bleeding between periods for women.
• Pain and swelling in one or both testicles for men.
• Abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge (in women).

Preparation

No special preparation is needed before the test, and you can eat and drink normally before the procedure.

Testing Procedure

The Chlamydia Trachomatis IgG test is similar to a simple blood test. For the test, blood will be drawn from your vein usually at the elbow level. Before the procedure, a tourniquet will be tied around your upper arm to make the veins more visible. Your skin will be cleaned with an antiseptic solution. The laboratory technician will use a needle and syringe to draw a small sample of your blood. The collected blood sample is then sent to the laboratory for analysis.

Once the sample reaches the lab, the following steps will be taken:

• The serum from the blood sample will be separated and tested using an Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay test.
• The Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay test detects the presence of Chlamydia Trachomatis IgG antibodies in the serum.
• If you have been infected with Chlamydia Trachomatis in the past, your serum sample will have antibodies that fight the infection.
• A positive result indicates that you have been exposed to the bacterium.

If you receive a positive diagnosis for Chlamydia Trachomatis, your healthcare provider may prescribe antibiotics to treat the infection. You should go for regular follow-up testing to confirm that the infection has been cured. It is important that you take all of the medication as prescribed, even if your symptoms go away. Your sexual partners should also be tested and treated to prevent reinfection.

It is important to note that Chlamydia Trachomatis IgG test results are not used for diagnosis of acute or recent infections. For acute infections, other diagnostic methods such as nucleic acid amplification tests (NAAT) are preferred.

If you are looking for a convenient and reliable way to get tested for Chlamydia Trachomatis, booking the Apollo 24|7 Chlamydia Trachomatis IgG test is a good idea. You can book the Chlamydia Trachomatis IgG test on Apollo 24|7 by following a few simple steps.

First, visit the Apollo 24|7 website and select the 'Lab Tests' option. Then, search for the 'Chlamydia Trachomatis IgG' test from the list of available lab tests. You can then book an appointment slot at your convenient location and preferred date and time. Once booked, you can visit the designated lab centre to give your blood sample. The results of the test will be available on your Apollo 24|7 account within a few days.

Benefits of opting for an early Chlamydia Trachomatis IgG test include:

• Accurate diagnosis and early detection of the infection.
• Early diagnosis allows for prompt treatment and prevents long-term complications associated with Chlamydia Trachomatis infections.
• Prevents the spread of infection to sexual partners.
• Helps you make informed decisions about your sexual health.

So, what are you waiting for - book your Chlamydia Trachomatis IgG test on Apollo 24/7 today and take the first step towards better health!