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Rickettsiosis

Rickettsiosis is a term for a group of diseases caused by a type of bacteria called Rickettsia, which are often spread by ticks, fleas, and lice. The most well-known of these diseases is Rocky Mountain spotted fever, which is transmitted by tick bites and can cause symptoms like a high fever, headache, and a rash that starts on the wrists and ankles and then spreads. Another common rickettsial disease is typhus, which can be spread by fleas or lice and often causes high fever, headache, and a rash that typically starts on the body and spreads outwards. These diseases can be serious, but they can usually be treated effectively with antibiotics if they're caught early. It's important to prevent rickettsiosis by avoiding tick and flea bites, using insect repellent, and staying away from areas where these insects live. If you think you might have been bitten by a tick and start to feel sick, it's important to see a doctor right away, especially if you develop a fever or rash.

Biomarkers included in this panel:

R. rickettsii IFA - IgG

The R. rickettsii IFA - IgG marker on a Rickettsiosis panel is a crucial diagnostic tool for identifying infection with Rickettsia rickettsii, the bacterium responsible for Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF), a potentially severe tick-borne illness.

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R. typhi IFA - IgG

The R. typhi IFA - IgG marker on a Rickettsiosis panel is a specialized diagnostic tool used for the detection of IgG antibodies against Rickettsia typhi, the causative agent of murine typhus. This serological assay plays a critical role in the diagn

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