Candida IgA Blood Test
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Test Code: 163020
Specimen Type: Blood
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Description:
Candida IgA Blood Test
The Candida IgA test is used to screen for antibodies the body develops in response to Systemic Candidiasis or Candida. Candida is another name for yeast, a fungus which is normally found in small amounts in the body. The immune system normally keeps Candida under control but in cases where a person is sick or taking antibiotics, the yeast may spread, becoming a potentially dangerous infection. Candida occurs most often in the mouth (Thrush), genital region (yeast infection), and GI tract. A person experiencing a Candida infection can spread it to their partner through sexual contact. Symptoms of Candida can include a thick white discharge, itching or irritation in the genital area, a yeasty odor, and bloating. In some cases, Candida can spread to the blood, heart, or brain and become life-threatening.
There are several Candida antibody types which can be tested for. This test looks specifically for IgA Antibodies. The presence of IgA antibodies typically indicates a surface infection of mucous membranes such as the inside of the mouth or the vaginal walls.
A negative IgA test does not rule out the possibility of Candida infection as IgA antibodies will not be detectable in all cases. A more thorough test is also available which looks for Candida IgA, IgG and IgM antibodies.
Turnaround time for the Candida IgA Abs test is typically 3-4 business days.
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Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
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