The Serology section performs automated immunoassays to detect specific antibodies in serum. The presence or absence of antibodies is used in the diagnosis of infectious diseases and also for immune status. Multiplex flow immunoassays are utilized to test for antibodies to HIV, Herpes types 1 and 2, Epstein - Barr virus (infectious mononucleosis), Celiac disease, Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella zoster (chicken pox). Enzyme immunoassays are performed to aid in the diagnosis of Helicobacter pylori and Lyme disease.
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