ESCHERICHIA COLI K1 ANTIGEN, Serum
مستضد الإشريكية القولونية K1، مصل الدم
Sample Type
🧪 Blood
Results In
⏱ 4-5 Days
Fasting
✅ Not Required
Parameters
📊 1
What is ESCHERICHIA COLI K1 ANTIGEN, Serum?
This test identifies the K1 antigen of Escherichia coli (E. coli) in your blood serum. It helps detect systemic infections caused by this specific bacterial strain, which can sometimes spread beyond the initial site of infection into the bloodstream.
Why is this test important?
While less common than CSF testing for meningitis, detecting E. coli K1 antigen in serum can indicate a systemic E. coli K1 infection, particularly in cases of sepsis or severe bloodstream infections. This information is crucial for guiding appropriate antibiotic therapy.
How to Prepare
No special preparation required.
Frequently Asked Questions
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