VDRL test Titre 1:8 meaning

2022-01-01 04:27:19
What is the meaning of VDRL TEST Titre 1:8 ? In which stage of Syphilis it is? I really want to know.
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Suggestive of syphlis
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable

Answered2022-01-01 17:25:29

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Venereal disease research laboratory test is a nontreponomal test used for screening of syphilis. VDRL titre may not decrease in patient with late syphilis and remain reactive at a low level <1:8 for many years. It's a low titre.
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early stage penicillin is the line of treatment in early syphilis.  if allergic then another antibiotics like doxycyclin

Answered2022-01-01 05:30:41

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