Yersinia enterocolitica Elispot

Yersinia enterocolitica EliSpot
AONM/ArminLabs

"AONM have checklists that help identify the most likely viral or bacterial infections to test for, based on patient symptoms. Please see https://aonm.org/checklists-for-testing/ or contact AONM at 03331 210305 or email info@aonm.org. We also offer different viral and bacterial panels, and are always happy to advise on testing options."

Please note this test requires a blood draw, please organise a phlebotomist for your patient. A return courier fee of £50 is included in this test price

Description:
This test reflects the current Yersinia enterocolitica activity of chronic and recent Yersinia enterocolitica infections.

Yersinia enterocolitica is a type of bacteria that causes gastrointestinal infections.  Complications can occur in up to 30% of patients:  Reactive arthritis (40-80% HLA-B27 positive), Erythema nodosum, Morbus Reiter, uveitis, urticaria, Guillain-Barré Syndrome, anorexia

The EliSpot is highly sensitive and can detect even one single Yersinia enterocolitica-reactive T-cell. With detection levels that can be as low as one cell in 100,000, the EliSpot is one of the most sensitive cellular assays available.

Methodology:
Yersinia enterocolitica EliSpot (T-Cell-Spot / IGRA: Interferon-Gamma-Release Assay)

When should I use:
When a recent or chronic case of Yersinia enterocolitica infection is suspected.

Other details:
AONM has checklists that help identify the most likely viral or bacterial infections to test for, based on patient symptoms. Please see https://aonm.org/checklists-for-testing/  or contact AONM at 03331 210305 or email info@aonm.org. We also offer different viral and bacterial panels and are always happy to advise on testing options. The EliSpot can be helpful when monitoring therapies.

The EliSpot should usually become negative about 4 to 8 weeks after the completion of an effective therapy.

The symptoms of Yersinia enterocolitica infection can include:

• Abdominal Pain: Crampy abdominal pain, often in the lower right side.
• Diarrhoea: Watery or bloody diarrhoea.
• Fever: Low-grade fever.
• Nausea and Vomiting: Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
• Headache: Mild to moderate headaches.
• Joint Pain: In some cases, joint pain may occur.

Yersinia enterocolitica infections can resemble appendicitis and may lead to complications if left untreated.

Biomarkers

Yersinia enterocolitica EliSpot

Specification

Specimen Type:

3 x CPDA tube

Vitality of T-cells for LTT: Up to 3 days

Phlebotomy Type:

Blood draw at home or in a clinical setting