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Brucella IgG Blood Test
£61.00
Investigate chronic brucellosis or past exposure with a private Brucella IgG blood test at Medical Diagnosis Victoria (MDX Victoria) in London.
This test detects specific IgG antibodies against *Brucella* bacteria. Because IgG antibodies develop over time and remain in the bloodstream, this screening accurately confirms prior exposure or identifies a persistent, chronic infection.
It provides essential clarity for patients experiencing long-term symptoms such as fever, sweats, or musculoskeletal pain following potential exposure. With a seven-day turnaround, this targeted test delivers the reliable insights your doctor needs to differentiate between past and active infections and guide appropriate treatment.
Infection Screening & Specialist Serology
Private Brucella IgG Blood Test in London
Are you investigating a long term fever, severe night sweats, or chronic musculoskeletal pain following potential exposure to farm animals or unpasteurised dairy? At Medical Diagnosis Victoria (MDX Victoria), we provide a highly specific Brucella IgG blood test. This targeted assay detects long lasting antibodies against the bacteria responsible for brucellosis, helping to confirm chronic infections or past exposure. Our expert clinical team in central London ensures a smooth, discreet, and professional experience.
📊 Test Specifications
Clinic Testing Fee
£61.00
+ £24.00 Phlebotomy Fee
Sample RequiredBlood Sample
Turnaround Time7 Days Processing
PreparationNo special instructions
StatusLaboratory Analysis
Diagnostic Focus
What is the Brucella IgG Test?
Brucellosis is a bacterial infection transmitted from animals to humans, most commonly through the consumption of unpasteurised milk or cheese, or through direct occupational contact with infected livestock. The Brucella IgG blood test looks for specific long term antibodies produced by your immune system. Because IgG antibodies persist in the blood for months or years, this test is an excellent clinical tool for identifying chronic, persistent infections or verifying historical exposure to the bacteria.
Chronic Infection
Evaluating IgG antibodies helps to:
- Confirm persistent brucellosis
- Investigate fevers of unknown origin
- Assess long standing joint pain
- Identify systemic inflammation
Exposure History
This test is highly useful because it:
- Verifies past bacterial exposure
- Assesses agricultural workers
- Evaluates returning travellers
- Investigates raw dairy consumption
Diagnostic Clarity
The laboratory provides critical data to:
- Differentiate active from past illness (with IgM)
- Guide prolonged antibiotic therapy
- Rule out other chronic conditions
- Support infectious disease specialists
Clinical Uses
Why is Blood Testing for Brucellosis Important?
Brucellosis is often called “undulant fever” because body temperatures can rise and fall in waves over a long period. The symptoms easily mimic other chronic conditions like malaria, tuberculosis, or chronic fatigue syndrome. Detecting specific Brucella IgG antibodies provides the clinical certainty needed to secure an accurate diagnosis and begin the correct targeted treatment.
Evaluating Physical Symptoms
You should consider this test if you are experiencing lingering, unexplained symptoms, particularly after travelling or consuming unpasteurised foods, such as:
- Long term, recurring fevers accompanied by severe, drenching night sweats.
- Chronic musculoskeletal pain, especially in the lower back or large joints.
- Profound fatigue, lethargy, and unexplained weight loss.
Ongoing Medical & Diagnostic Use
Doctors frequently recommend antibody testing to manage complex diagnoses, including:
- Differentiating between a past, resolved infection and a currently active chronic infection (often by testing both IgG and IgM antibodies together).
- Investigating chronic health issues in agricultural workers, veterinarians, or abattoir staff.
- Providing a definitive diagnosis for patients referred to specialists for fevers of unknown origin.
Understanding Zoonotic Infections
A comprehensive Brucella Serology blood test provides essential clarity on deep seated bacterial infections. For further information on how animal to human infections spread and how to prevent them in the UK, you can view the official NHS guide on brucellosis.
Clinic Excellence
Why Choose Medical Diagnosis Victoria (MDX Victoria)?
Specialist Laboratory Analysis
Your blood sample is securely transferred to a specialist laboratory equipped to accurately identify specific Brucella antibodies, ensuring highly reliable diagnostic data.
Reliable 7 Day Turnaround
Because serology testing requires meticulous laboratory processing to ensure high sensitivity and specificity, your comprehensive results will be securely delivered within 7 days.
Expert Central London Care
Conveniently located in Victoria, our clinic offers a welcoming and highly professional environment for a quick, discreet, and hassle free blood draw.
Clear Pricing
£61.00 test fee plus a £24.00 blood draw fee with absolutely no hidden costs. Our experienced practitioners ensure your visit is completely straightforward.
Pathology Reports
How To Read Your Laboratory Results
Your results will indicate whether IgG antibodies to Brucella species are present in your blood. A positive (or reactive) result strongly suggests a past exposure to the bacteria or a chronic, ongoing infection. Because IgG antibodies can remain elevated long after an infection has cleared, your doctor will closely interpret these results alongside your current physical symptoms and, if necessary, an IgM test to rule out an acute flare up.
Results Timeline: Your specialist serology report is typically available within 7 days of your blood draw.
Medical Consultation
Need Help? Private GP Consultations
Zoonotic bacterial infections can be very complex to manage. If you have questions about your occupational or travel exposure, are experiencing severe recurring fevers, or need help interpreting a positive antibody result, we offer private GP consultations on site. Our clinical team can review your report, refer you to an infectious disease specialist if necessary, and prescribe the correct antibiotic pathway.
Clinic Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to fast before the test?
No special preparation or fasting is required before this blood test. You can eat and drink normally prior to your appointment.
What is the difference between IgM and IgG tests for Brucella?
IgM antibodies are produced immediately after an initial exposure, making them markers for an early, acute illness. IgG antibodies develop a few weeks later and can remain in your blood for years, which indicates past exposure or a chronic, persistent infection.
How quickly will I get my results?
Your sample is processed efficiently by our specialist laboratory, and your comprehensive results will be securely delivered within 7 days.
Is the phlebotomy fee included in the £61.00 price?
No, the £24.00 phlebotomy service fee is separate and covers the professional process of drawing your blood at our clinic, ensuring clear pricing and no hidden costs.
Can brucellosis be cured?
Yes. Brucellosis is treated successfully with a specific, targeted course of antibiotics. Because the bacteria can hide inside cells, treatment often requires taking multiple antibiotics for several weeks to prevent a relapse.
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Most Searched Online Questions About Brucellosis
How do you catch brucellosis?
The most common way humans contract the infection is by eating or drinking unpasteurised dairy products (like raw milk or certain artisan cheeses). It can also be caught by breathing in the bacteria or through open skin wounds when handling infected animals.
Is brucellosis common in the UK?
Brucellosis is very rare in the UK because it has been eradicated in British livestock. Most cases seen in the UK are diagnosed in people who caught the infection while travelling abroad or who consumed imported unpasteurised dairy products.
Why does it cause severe night sweats?
The bacteria trigger a strong systemic inflammatory response. Because the fever tends to spike in the late afternoon and evening (undulant fever), the body responds by producing profuse, drenching sweat during the night to cool down.
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Stop guessing about the cause of your recurring fevers, night sweats, or chronic joint pain. Secure your Brucella IgG Serology blood test at Medical Diagnosis Victoria (MDX Victoria) today. Visit our welcoming, discreet London clinic and let our expert team support your health journey with clear, accurate diagnostic answers.
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