Streptomycin Antibody, Immunoassay (Serum/Plasma)
This test measures the presence of antibodies against streptomycin, a type of antibiotic. Antibodies are proteins your immune system produces in response to certain substances, including medications.
["This test helps assess potential immune reactions to streptomycin exposure."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 25205-6
- Short code
- Streptomycin Islt Slgr Mcbct AB 2.0
- Synonyms
- Streptomycin Islt Slgr Mcbct AB 2.0
- Category
- coagulation
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Ref low
- 0.8
- Ref high
- 1.2
- Critical range
- — – 5 N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- method-for-slow-growing-mycobacteria-antibiotic-concentration-at-ug-ml
- CPT
- 85610
- SNOMED
- 396252006
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What Does This Test Measure?
Your blood sample will be tested for antibodies that your immune system may have developed in response to streptomycin. Antibodies can indicate whether your body has been exposed to this antibiotic or if there is an immune response occurring.
Why Might This Test Be Ordered?
Doctors may order this test if you’ve been exposed to streptomycin (e.g., through medical treatment) and have symptoms like rash, fever, or other signs of an allergic reaction. It can also help monitor immune responses in certain medical conditions.
How Is the Test Performed?
A blood sample will be drawn from a vein in your arm. The sample is then analyzed using an immunoassay method to detect specific antibodies against streptomycin.
What Are Common Results?
Results may show either the presence or absence of streptomycin antibodies. A positive result suggests an immune response, while a negative result means no detectable antibodies were found.
Reference range
INR: 0.8-1.2 (warfarin: 2.0-3.0)N/A
No special preparation required. Stay well hydrated.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
This test is primarily used to evaluate immune reactions to streptomycin, which can occur in patients receiving the antibiotic for infections like tuberculosis. Elevated antibody levels may indicate hypersensitivity or immune-mediated side effects, guiding further medical evaluation.
Short name
Streptomycin Antibody Test
Frequently asked questions
What does a positive result mean?
How long does it take to get results?
Can I eat or drink before this test?
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