Serology is the study of blood serum and serological tests, used for health care and criminal investigations. It involves the analysis of antigens and antibodies and can diagnose infections, determine immunity, and analyze bodily fluids. Serological testing is simple for patients, with minor risks, and involves analyzing the reaction between antigens and antibodies in a […]
Hepatitis is caused by different viruses and diagnosed through hepatitis serologic tests, which detect antibodies produced by the body to fight the virus. Different tests are used to determine the type of virus, the severity of the infection, and whether it is acute or chronic. Symptoms include nausea, loss of appetite, fever, and abdominal pain. […]
Blood serology studies the liquid component of blood, containing antibodies that can be analyzed for scientific, diagnostic or forensic purposes. It can reveal infections, blood types, autoimmune conditions, and immunodeficiency problems. In forensics, it can determine if blood is human, the sex of the individual, and prepare an antibody and protein profile to link a […]
Forensic serology studies blood and bodily fluids to aid in criminal investigations, including determining victim and suspect information, cause of death, and DNA analysis. It is often used in violent crimes and can be pursued by serologists, biologists, and medical examiners. Blood evidence can also be used to find perpetrators through DNA matching. Forensic serology […]
Hepatitis B serology tests detect HBV and antibodies in the serum of an infected individual. Tests include HBsAg, anti-HBsAg, anti-HBe, and anti-HBc, which can indicate infection and recovery. An HBV DNA test monitors response to treatment. A hepatitis B serology is a group of tests that can detect the presence of HBV and various antibodies […]
Syphilis serology is a blood test used to detect antibodies in a patient’s blood serum to confirm the presence of syphilis infection. The most common test is the rapid plasma reagin (RPR) test, which is used as a screening test and to monitor patients’ response to treatment. False positive results can occur due to other […]
