About This Test
Chikungunya virus is transmitted by the bite of Aedes aegypti mosquito leading to Dengue like symptoms. This is only screening test for IgM antibodies to chikungunya virus, IgM antibodies develop after 5-7 days of acute febrile phase and may persist for 3-4 months. Therefore, during first week of symptoms, chikungunyaviral RNA can be detected by RT PCR method.
Test Parameters (1)
- CHIKUNGUNYA VIRUS AB IGM, SERUM
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
No Special Requirement
Frequently Asked Questions
A serology test is a laboratory blood test that detects and measures antibodies or antigens in the blood to determine whether a person has been exposed to, infected by, or developed immunity to a particular disease.
Fasting is not required.
Mon-Sat, sample before 4pm report same day and sunday report next day.
Chikungunya IgM antibodies are produced by the immune system shortly after infection with the Chikungunya virus (CHIKV), a mosquito-borne virus. IgM testing helps diagnose recent infection and differentiate it from past exposure or other similar illnesses.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
