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What is Brucella?

Brucella is an infectious disease which is caused by the contact with an infected animal or milk products that contain the Brucella bacteria.

When the patient suffers from brucellosis, the body produces antibodies to combat the Brucella bacteria.

What is Brucella Antibody, IgM Test?

The Brucella Antibody test is a test which is conducted to measure level of Brucella Antibody – IgM in the bloodstream. The test is also seen to be performed to confirm the Zoonotic disease.

It is used during and also after the treatment of this disease. Zoonotic disease is a known to infectious disease that is transferred from the domestic animals present in the reservoir to human beings.

The following are the diseases that can spread:

• Infects Goats (Brucella Melitensis)
• Cattle (Brucella Abortus)
• Swine (Brucella Suis),
• Dogs (Brucella Canis).

Note: The transmission to the human beings are a result from direct contact with an infected animals, exposure to  the infectious aerosols, or an ingestion of unpasteurized dairy product.

The human-to-human transmission is not seen to occur.

Why it is done?

The rising level of the specific antibody in the paired sera would be regarded as the serological evidence of any recent infection.

The presence of the specific IgM in the single specimen may also indicate a recent infection, although the IgM-class antibodies can also persist for many months following an acute disease.

If you have the following signs or symptoms of the brucellosis, doctor might order this test. People who are in frequent contact with animals or any meat are more likely to contract this disease. This includes the following:

• Slaughterhouse employees
• Farmers Veterinarians

Guidelines to follow before, during and after the test

Here are some guidelines an individual can refer to once they have decided to undergo Leishmania Antibody IgG Test

The required documents needed for this test includes your valid government ID and an appropriate Doctor’s prescription.

Method: When blood is drawn, it is called “venipuncture”

4. Once an appropriate vein is found, a needle is inserted below the skin to take the sample of about 2ml.

A short sharp prick may be felt when needle puncture is made under the skin, to collect the blood sample.

1. Before the test
   • Nothing Specific to prepare for the Leishmania Antibody IgG Test in advance.
   • Fasting is not mandatory before undergoing the test
2. During the Test
   • At the test center, you would be requested to sit comfortably on the chair or even lie down on the cot.
   • In case of long sleeve clothing, roll up sleeve of one end or remove the arm from the sleeve of the clothing.
   • A healthcare provider, or a technician/nurse, would tie band made of rubber tightly on your upper arm.
3. After the test 
   • After the blood is withdrawn, the respective technician/ healthcare professional would withdraw the needle.
   • Place pressure on puncture wound to stop the bleeding. A small bandage may also be put on the wound.
   • You would be able to return on your usual routine immediately.

The cost of Brucella Antibody, IgM Test in Delhi

The Brucella Antibody, IgM Test costs vary by region and facility. So, get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centre like Ganesh Diagnostic. Training and experienced professionals are staffed to assure patient and visitor safety. 

The cost of Brucella Antibody, IgM Test ranges from INR 2000 to INR 3000.