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What is is the meaning of a non-reactive HIV test result?
A nonreactive VDRL test is good news. It means that a person is negative for syphilis.I have received employment visa of UAE through Company. During Pre-medical test are test are negative except VDRL is positive. Now I am in problem what I do for VDRL will declare negative.
What is a UDRL blood test?
Most probably its VDRL test.
What is the use of shakers?
it is used in the lab for VDRL, Widal test, & such other tests .
What is the use of magnetic shaker?
it is used in the lab for VDRL, Widal test, & such other tests .
What is tpha reactive?
i have vdrl and tpha both are positve at same time wht i do now
What is tpha?
TPHA and VDRL are tests for syphilis. They are typically used in combination for a more specific diagonsis.
Why would you not translate such abbreviations as vdrl sgot tpa and dpt shot?
Who said they wouldn't? VDRL: Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (test) SGOT: Serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase (an enzyme) tPA: Tissue Plasminogen Activator DPT: Diptheria, Pertussis, and Tetanus
When anybodie's hiv and vdrl both test report result non-reactive then is he safe from both infections?
Non-reactive HIV and VDRL tests indicate that the patient wasn't infected prior to the window periods for those illnesses. If there has been a new exposure during the window period, retesting should be done.
What medical words start with the letter v?
vomer vein venereal VDRL venogram
Does a non-reactive HIV test result also mean free from HIV inflection?
No, the VDRL only tells you about syphilis. A test for HIV would need to be done separately.
CSF-VDRL test?
DefinitionThe CSF-VDRL test is used to diagnose neurosyphilis. This test looks for antibodies called reagins, which are sometimes produced by the body in reaction to the syphilis-causing bacteria.See also: VDRLAlternative NamesVenereal disease research laboratory slide test - CSFHow the test is performedThe test is performed on a CSF sample obtained by lumbar puncture (spinal tap).How to prepare for the testBefore the procedure, you will be asked to review the risks and sign a consent form.How the test will feelUsually, discomfort associated with the lumbar puncture is mild to moderate. The entire procedure usually takes about 30 minutes but may take longer. The actual fluid collection only takes a few minutes.Why the test is performedThe CSF-VDRL test is used to diagnose syphilis in the brain or spinal cord. Brain and spinal cord involvement usually indicates late stage (tertiary) syphilis.Blood screening tests, such as VDRL and RPR, are more effective during middle stage (secondary) syphilis.Normal ValuesA negative result is normal.However, false-negatives can occur. This means you can have syphilis and have a normal CSF-VDRL test result. Therefore, a negative test does not always rule out the disease. Other markers of inflammation, such as elevated protein levels or excess white blood cells, may be used to diagnose neurosyphilis.What abnormal results meanA positive result is abnormal and indicates neurosyphilis.What the risks areRisks of lumbar puncture include:Hypersensitivity (allergic) reaction to the anestheticDiscomfort during the testHeadache after the testBleeding into the spinal canalBrain herniation (if performed on a person with increased intracranial pressure) which may result in brain damage or deathDamage to the spinal cord or nerve rootsReferencesHook EW III. Syphilis. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 340.Fletcher JJ, Nathan BR. Cerebrospinal fluid and intracranial pressure. In: Goetz, CG, eds. Textbook of Clinical Neurology. 3rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 26.
FTA-ABS test?
DefinitionThe FTA-ABS test is a blood test to detect antibodies to the bacteria Treponema pallidum, which causes syphilis.This test is used to confirm whether a positive screening test for syphilis means there is a true infection.Alternative NamesFluorescent treponemal antibody absorption testHow the test is performedBlood is drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The site is cleaned with germ-killing medicine (antiseptic). The health care provider wraps an elastic band around the upper arm to apply pressure to the area and make the vein swell with blood.Next, the health care provider gently inserts a needle into the vein. The blood collects into an airtight vial or tube attached to the needle. The elastic band is removed from your arm.Once the blood has been collected, the needle is removed, and the puncture site is covered to stop any bleeding.In infants or young children, a sharp tool called a lancet may be used to puncture the skin and make it bleed. The blood collects into a small glass tube called a pipette, or onto a slide or test strip. A bandage may be placed over the area if there is any bleeding.How to prepare for the testNo special preparation is necessary.How the test will feelWhen the needle is inserted to draw blood, you may feel moderate pain, or only a prick or stinging sensation. Afterward, there may be some throbbing.Why the test is performedThis test is used routinely to confirm whether a positive screening test for syphilis (either VDRL or RPR ) reflects true infection with syphilis. It may also be done when either primary or tertiary syphilis are suspected and the initial screening tests are negative, because screening tests during these stages of syphilis may be falsely negative.Normal ValuesA negative or nonreactive result means there is no current or past infection with syphilis.What abnormal results meanA positive FTA-ABS usually indicates infection with syphilis. This test result will remain positive for life even if syphilis has been adequately treated. Therefore, it cannot be used to monitor the treatment of syphilis.Other illnesses such as yaws and pinta may also result in positive FTA-ABS results. Occasionally there can be a false positive result, most often in women with lupus.What the risks areVeins and arteries vary in size from one patient to another and from one side of the body to the other. Obtaining a blood sample from some people may be more difficult than from others.Other risks associated with having blood drawn are slight but may include:Excessive bleedingFainting or feeling light-headedHematoma (blood accumulating under the skin)Infection (a slight risk any time the skin is broken)ReferencesHook EW III. Syphilis. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 340.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Workowski KA, Berman SM. Diseases characterized by genital ulcers. Sexually transmitted diseases treatment guidelines 2006. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 2006 Aug 4;55(RR-11):14-30.Eckert LO, Lentz GM. Infections of the lower genital tract: vulva, vagina, cervix, toxic shock syndrome, HIV infections. In: Katz VL, Lentz GM, Lobo RA, Gershenson DM, eds. Comprehensive Gynecology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2007:chap 22.
