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Japanese encephalitis IgM

The Japanese encephalitis IgM looks at antibodies to JE virus in blood or spinal fluid. It is done for: fever with confusion or seizures in the monsoon.

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The Japanese encephalitis IgM looks at antibodies to JE virus in blood or spinal fluid. It is done for: fever with confusion or seizures in the monsoon. Why it is done: Fever with confusion or seizures in the monsoon. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional

Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references

Why it is done

Fever with confusion or seizures in the monsoon.

Preparation

No fasting needed. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Supports JE. Low or negative may mean: Repeat testing may be needed. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

What it measures

Antibodies to JE virus in blood or spinal fluid.

Sample type

Blood or spinal fluid

If the result is high

Supports JE.

If the result is low

Repeat testing may be needed.

Reference ranges vary by lab, age and sex — always use the range printed on your own report.

Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.

Where to get this near you

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Common questions

What does the Japanese encephalitis IgM measure?
Antibodies to JE virus in blood or spinal fluid.

Why is the Japanese encephalitis IgM done?
Fever with confusion or seizures in the monsoon.

Do I need to fast for the Japanese encephalitis IgM?
No fasting needed.

What does a high or positive Japanese encephalitis IgM mean?
Supports JE.

What does a low or negative Japanese encephalitis IgM mean?
Repeat testing may be needed.

What is the normal range for the Japanese encephalitis IgM?
Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report.

Why is Japanese encephalitis IgM done?
Fever with confusion or seizures in the monsoon.

Do I need to prepare or fast for Japanese encephalitis IgM?
No fasting needed. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Supports JE. Low or negative may mean: Repeat testing may be needed. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

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Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references

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