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33 years
Does the following tests include syphilis : c. R. Protein, hbs/ag, h.Pylori, HIV.. If syphilis isn't included then what is the name of syphilis test, and is there any essential std tests to do? Thx
May 6, 2015

Dr. Zakia Dimassi Pediatrics
Routine tests used to screen for syphilis include:
• Venereal disease research laboratory (VDRL) test: checks for an antibody that can be produced in people who have syphilis. This test is not highly accurate because the antibody it detects is not produced as a reaction to the syphilis bacteria specifically. It is not very useful for detecting syphilis in very early or advanced stages.
• Rapid plasma reagin (RPR) test: detects syphilis antibodies.
• Enzyme immunoassay (EIA) test: a newer blood test that checks for antibodies to the bacteria that cause syphilis. A positive EIA test should be confirmed with either the VDRL or RPR tests.
As STDs are many, tests for STSs are done based on specific the history of exposure.
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