1. What is the Dengue Fever Combined Panel Test ?
The dengue antigen NS1, IgG, and IgM tests are done to diagnose fever, especially if the fever is experienced after travel to a tropical or subtropical area.
2. When is the Dengue Fever Combined Panel test recommended?
It is recommended:In case there is a high fever within 2 weeks of travelling to an area where a dengue outbreak has occurred or the Dengue Fever is endemic.The initial symptoms that are commonly seen include sudden high fever and flu-like symptoms that appear about 4 to 7 days after being infected by a dengue mosquito.Other signs and symptoms include severe headaches, especially behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, skin rash, and swollen glands.
