STD Panel (Sexually Transmitted Disease)

Description

HIV I & II

• Screens for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection.
• Early detection is crucial for timely treatment and prevention of AIDS.
• Identifies risk of transmission to partners or children during pregnancy.

2. HBsAg (Hepatitis B Surface Antigen)

• Detects Hepatitis B virus infection.
• Identifies carriers or active infections to prevent transmission through sexual contact.
• Helps determine the need for vaccination for partners.

3. Anti-HCV (Hepatitis C Virus)

• Tests for antibodies indicating Hepatitis C infection.
• Early detection can prevent complications like liver damage and cirrhosis.
• Helps reduce the risk of transmission to sexual partners.

4. VDRL (Venereal Disease Research Laboratory) / RPR (Rapid Plasma Reagin)

• Screens for syphilis, a bacterial sexually transmitted infection.
• Identifies early and latent syphilis stages.
• Ensures treatment to prevent complications like neurological or cardiovascular damage.

5. TPHA (Treponema Pallidum Hemagglutination Assay)

• A confirmatory test for syphilis after a positive VDRL/RPR result.
• Detects antibodies specifically targeting Treponema pallidum (syphilis-causing bacteria).
• Differentiates between past and current infections.

6. HSV (Herpes Simplex Virus) – Type I IgG, IgM

• HSV-1 often causes oral herpes but can also infect the genital area.
• IgG indicates past exposure; IgM detects recent or active infection.
• Helps identify asymptomatic carriers who can transmit the virus.

7. HSV (Herpes Simplex Virus) – Type II IgG, IgM

• HSV-2 is primarily associated with genital herpes.
• IgG indicates past infection, while IgM suggests active or recent infection.
• Essential for understanding symptoms like genital ulcers and managing outbreaks.