Trypanosoma brucei gambiense antibodies
Which test do we use?
An Immunofluorescence test for IgG antibodies and an agglutination test (card agglutination test, CATT) for total antibodies
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 transport duration should be kept as short as possible (avoid transport over weekends or holidays).
Important advice
Country of exposure must be mentioned on the request form.
Frequence
CATT: 1x / week
IFAT: 1x /2 weeks
Reference values
negative
Delivery time of the result
On average:
CATT: 3 days
IFAT: 6 days
Accredited
No
RIZIV-code
551810 / 551821
Loinc-code
IFAT: 26617-1
CAT: 41427-6
Laatste wijziging op: 17/01/2023