Candida Antibody IgM

What this laboratory test evaluates

DetailsThis test measures IgM antibodies to Candida albicans. Candida-specific antibodies can be significantly elevated in systemic candidiasis. These antibodies have been identified in healthy individuals while poor antibody response is observed in immunocompromised patients.

What type of sample is required for this test?Serum

Additional test information

This test measures IgM antibodies to Candida albicans. Candida-specific antibodies can be significantly elevated in systemic candidiasis. These antibodies have been identified in healthy individuals while poor antibody response is observed in immunocompromised patients.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Serum
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available 1-5 business days after the lab receives samples.

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.