SEROLOGY
Treponema Pallidum Haemagglutination Assay (TPHA)
Also Known As:
TPHA
Treponema Pallidum Haemagglutination Assay
About This Test
The TPHA test is a serological test used to detect antibodies against Treponema pallidum, the bacterium that causes syphilis. This test is highly specific but false positive results have been known to occur in patients suffering from leprosy, infectious mononucleosis and connective tissue disorders.TPHA test remains positive for life time even after successful treatment. It cannot distinguish present or past infection . For confirmation the FTA-ABS test should be used, since it allows a differentiation between IgG and the early IgM antibodies. The FTA-ABS test is also very useful in very early syphilis where the haem agglutination test may be negative. For therapeutical control quantitative VDRL or RPR should be used . Clinical evidence should always be considered.
Test Parameters (2)
- DILUTION/TPHA
- TPHA, Serum
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
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.
Report next day.
The TPHA (Treponema pallidum Hemagglutination Assay) test is a treponemal antibody test used to confirm syphilis infection. It detects antibodies specifically directed against Treponema pallidum, the bacterium that causes syphilis.
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.
