TPHA - Syphilis Haemagglutination Test in Pune

What is TPHA - Syphilis Haemagglutination Test

TPHA stands for Treponema pallidum haemagglutination assay, which is a blood test used to detect antibodies against the bacteria that causes syphilis. It is a highly sensitive and specific test for diagnosing syphilis. The test is performed by mixing the patients blood with a suspension of red blood cells coated with the T. pallidum antigen, and observing for agglutination (clumping) of the red blood cells.

Who should do this test?

Individuals with symptoms or signs of syphilis,Individuals at high risk of syphilis infection,Pregnant women should do this test

• Individuals with symptoms or signs of syphilis: This group includes individuals who may have noticed symptoms such as sores, rashes, or lesions on their genital area, mouth, or anus. They may also present with flu-like symptoms, joint pain, or fever.
• Individuals at high risk of syphilis infection: This group includes individuals who have engaged in high-risk sexual behaviors such as unprotected sex with multiple partners, sex with an infected partner, or sex work. It also includes individuals who have a history of drug use, particularly intravenous drug use.
• Pregnant women: Syphilis can be transmitted from a mother to her baby during pregnancy and can result in stillbirth, premature delivery, and congenital syphilis. Therefore, all pregnant women should be screened for syphilis, including a TPHA test as a part of routine prenatal care.

What to do if the test is abnormal?

• The first step would be to confirm the abnormal result by repeating the TPHA test or performing additional tests such as VDRL or RPR tests. This is important because false positive results can occur with the TPHA test.
• If the abnormal result is confirmed, the next step would be to conduct a thorough medical evaluation to determine the stage of the infection, the extent of the damage, and the appropriate treatment options. This may involve further testing such as a physical examination, blood tests, or imaging studies.
• Treatment for syphilis typically involves antibiotics, such as penicillin, which can effectively kill the bacteria responsible for the infection. It is important to follow the prescribed treatment regimen and to avoid sexual contact until the infection has been completely cured. Patients should also be advised to inform their sexual partners so that they can be tested and treated as well.

In which diseases is TPHA - Syphilis Haemagglutination Test abnormal?

Syphilis

Neurosyphilis

Cardiovascular syphilis

Ocular syphilis

Congenital syphilis

Yaws

Pinta

Bejel

Lymphogranuloma venereum

Endemic treponematoses

What is the normal range of - TPHA - Syphilis Haemagglutination Test

How to book TPHA - Syphilis Haemagglutination Test in Pune?

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Pathofast offers TPHA - Syphilis Haemagglutination Test at our center in Manisha Terrace, Moledina Road, Pune, Camp, India

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Near which locations or areas of Pune is TPHA - Syphilis Haemagglutination Test available?

Pathofast offers lab test service for TPHA - Syphilis Haemagglutination Test near : Camp, Koregaon Park, Kalyani Nagar, Viman Nagar, Aundh, Baner, FC Road, Tilak Road, Ravet, Aundh, Pimpri Chinchwad, Nagar Road, Dhole Patil Road.

What are the Advantages of choosing a lab near you for blood test services?

• Choosing a nearby lab reduces the time it takes for the sample to be transported
• This leads to reduced sample deterioration.
• While most patients are unaware, blood samples must be transported under strictly controlled temperature, and choosing a lab near you makes this easier to achieve.
• Even if the lab does not adhere to temperature control, the time spent between sample collection and analysis reduces and this is more likely to produce more accurate results