Serology for tularemia
Alternate Names : Tularemia test, Serology for Francisella tularensis
Normal Values
Antibodies are absent. However, during the first few days to weeks of exposure to an antigen, there may be slight antibody production. As the disease progresses, more antibodies will be present. If a disease is suspected, the test may need to be repeated several weeks after the first test. Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results
What do Abnormal Results Mean?
If antibodies are detected, there has been exposure to Francisella tularensis (possible tularemia).
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