RSV IgA antibodies

P/RSV IgA antibodies

The determination of antibodies to syncytial epithelial virus Respiratory epithelial virus (RSV) is used in the diagnosis of infections with this virus. This virus is the main pathogen causing infections of the of the lower respiratory tract in infants and children under 5 years of age, the elderly elderly and immunocompromised.

What method is used in performing this test ?

Antibodies are determined in peripheral blood serum by an immunochemical method based on antigen-antibody reaction.

When should the test be performed?

IgA antibodies appear by the 6th week after infection.