Immuglobulin G (IgG) - Serum
Immunoglobulin G (IgG) - Serum test measures the levels of immunoglobulins(antibodies) of type G. Type G immunoglobulin levels indicate infections of the body that occurred in the past.
This Test Includes
Serum IgG
Test Instructions
Total parameters available: 1
Parameter Names:Immuglobulin G (IgG) - Serum Test
Instructions/Precautions:
- Alcohol: Please abstain from alcohol before the test
- Medication :Any pre-existing medication should only be stopped after consultation with the referring Physician
- Fluids Allowed : Water only
Reports
Soft Copy (Portal/Email) : If the sample is collected before 12 noon then the report will get delivered as per Reporting Time / Maximum TAT (Turn Around Time) indicated with the test. For samples collected after 12 Noon, 12 hours may be added to the Report Turn Around TimeHard Copy : Delivered at home upon request. A small convenience fee may apply.
Why it is Done
Immunoglobulin G is tested when symptoms of deficiency of immune system appear, especially in children. These include greater susceptibility to simple diseases like common cold, greater susceptibility to infections, weakened wound healing, etc.
What is this test
The immunoglobulin G test is a clinical assay to determine the levels of Immunoglobulin G in the blood to diagnose the exact cause of immune deficiency.