{"id":9800,"date":"2024-09-02T23:12:12","date_gmt":"2024-09-02T20:12:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/?p=9800"},"modified":"2026-04-29T14:06:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T11:06:53","slug":"blood-test-for-antibodies-to-ipssh-accurate-diagnosis-of-respiratory-infections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/blood-test-for-antibodies-to-ipssh-accurate-diagnosis-of-respiratory-infections\/","title":{"rendered":"Blood test for STI antibodies: accurate diagnosis of hidden infections"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)<\/strong>, can often be asymptomatic, especially in the early stages. That is why laboratory diagnostics, in particular a blood test for antibodies, is an important tool for detecting infections even when there are no complaints. This study helps to start treatment on time, avoid complications and reduce the risk of transmitting the infection to a partner.<\/p>\n

What are antibodies and why are they looked for in the blood?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system in response to the entry of an infectious agent, including STIs. Their presence in the blood indicates contact with a virus or bacteria:<\/p>\n