Echinococcus granulosus antibodies

Which test do we use?

• IgG ELISA.
• Indirect hemaggluttination test (total Ig)

Sampling instructions

For 1 or 2 serological analyses: at least 1 ml serum
For 3 to 5 serological analyses: at least 2 ml serum

Storage conditions

The serum can be sent at room temperature, but the duration of transportation must be reduced as much as possible (avoid weekends or holidays).

Important advice

When the cyst is located in the liver, the sensitivity of the serology is higher than in other places of the body (for example in the lungs).