Serologic testing of dengue

Serologic testing of dengue

Serologic testing is to see if you have develop antibodies against dengue virus. This will let you know your risk factor for subsequent infections.

IGM testing will give let you know if you've had dengue or not, within 30 days of infection.

IGG testing will let you know if you had dengue in the past (long term immunity)

If you think (or know) you've been exposed to dengue years before, IGG testing will show if you still have the antibodies, and thus are at greater risk of contract DHF from a subsequent infection—this is the most critical information.