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« on: March 10, 2006, 08:34:29 AM »
assalamu alaikom , pls explain flocculation test that are used to detect reagin ABs in syphillis, what is floccualation and what is difference between it and agglutination. thanks a lot.
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« Reply #1 on: March 10, 2006, 03:36:20 PM »
Also known as ( VDRL (Venereal Disease Research Laboratory) Test )

It is the commonest test used for screening and monitoring of the disease activity after treatment. Quantitative titre is measured for the latter purpose.
It is a nonspecific test and biological false positive may occur. Confirmation with specific tests is therefore necessary.

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« Reply #2 on: March 14, 2006, 05:58:39 AM »
i know it's used for monitoring response to treatment but what is the basis of test and what is meant by flocculation?
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