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Introduction Hypersensitivity is an exaggerated or inappropriate immune response to an antigen (allergen) that leads to tissue damage and pathological conditions. These responses occur when the immune system reacts too Read More ……..
Introduction The TPHA and FTA-ABS tests are confirmatory tests for syphilis after a non-treponemal test (such as VDRL) shows a positive result. These tests detect antibodies specific to Treponema pallidum Read More ……..
Introduction The VDRL test was developed as a screening test for syphilis and is particularly used to detect secondary syphilis and the early stages of the disease. Syphilis progresses in Read More ……..
Introduction C-reactive protein (CRP) is a sensitive biomarker of inflammation, synthesized by the liver in response to cytokines, especially interleukin-6 (IL-6), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), and interleukin-1 (IL-1). CRP plays Read More ……..
Introduction The Anti-Streptolysin O (ASO) test is a vital diagnostic tool for measuring antibodies produced against Streptolysin O (SLO), a cytotoxic enzyme secreted by Streptococcus pyogenes. These antibodies indicate exposure Read More ……..