Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

Coxsackie A - Confusing Test Results

My doctor states that these test results indicate I have a new, current, acute infection of Coxsackie.
This goes against everything I understand about IGG and IGM.
IGG is supposed to be past infection  (this is the case with CMV and many others).
IGM is supposed to be new, acute, current infection  (this is the case with CMV and many others).

Coxsackie A IGG/IGM Antibody
-----------------------------------------------
Coxsackie A7 IgG:  1:800
Coxsackie A9 IgG:  1:1600
Coxsackie A16 IgG:  1:800
Coxsackie A24 IgG:  1:800

Coxsackie A7 IgM:  NEGATIVE
Coxsackie A9 IgM:  NEGATIVE
Coxsackie A16 IgM:  NEGATIVE
Coxsackie A24 IgM:  NEGATIVE

Is this a new acute current infection with Coxsackie A ?
I am a 38 year old male.
2 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
Avatar universal
There is nothing unique about Coxsackie in that high IGG titers equals chronic, ongoing, unresolved viral activity?
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi there,
Any test result is correlated with the clinical findings. Presence of IgG usually indicates past infection while presence of IgM indicates recent infection. What are the symptoms you have been having? If you are doubtful seeking a second opinion will definitely be helpful.A clinical examination and evaluation is necessary for correct diagnosis and management of your condition. Keep me posted.
Best wishes and kind regards!
Helpful - 0
Have an Answer?

You are reading content posted in the General Health Community

Top General Health Answerers
363281 tn?1714899967
Nelson, New Zealand
1756321 tn?1547095325
Queensland, Australia
19694731 tn?1482849837
AL
80052 tn?1550343332
way off the beaten track!, BC
Learn About Top Answerers
Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Ask a question
Popular Resources
Discharge often isn't normal, and could mean an infection or an STD.
In this unique and fascinating report from Missouri Medicine, world-renowned expert Dr. Raymond Moody examines what really happens when we almost die.
Think a loved one may be experiencing hearing loss? Here are five warning signs to watch for.
When it comes to your health, timing is everything
We’ve got a crash course on metabolism basics.
Learn what you can do to avoid ski injury and other common winter sports injury.