Brucella - IgM antibody

Understanding Brucella - IgM antibody

Brucellosis is an infectious disease caused by the Brucella species of bacteria. It is typically transmitted to humans through direct contact with infected animals or by consuming unpasteurized dairy products such as milk, cheese, or butter. It is also known as “undulant fever” due to its characteristic pattern of rising and falling fever.

The Brucella - IgM antibody test is used to detect antibodies called immunoglobulin M (IgM) that appear early in the course of infection, typically within the first...

What does Brucella - IgM antibody measure?

The Brucella - IgM antibody test is a blood test used to diagnose a recent or active Brucella infection (brucellosis), a bacterial zoonotic disease transmitted from animals to humans. This test detects the presence of IgM antibodies, which are produced early in the body’s immune response to the Brucella infection.