IgG (Immunglobulin G)
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Visit your pharmacy and ask about CaboCheck.
With each test, you will receive an information sheet with your personal test QR code (CaboCheck-ID), through which you can retrieve the test result.
Test execution on-site or at a later date
You have the choice to have the test done directly in the pharmacy or to make an appointment. Sample collection is done quickly and easily by our special capillary blood machine, which ensures a gentle and efficient blood draw.
Quick and reliable results
Your sample will be evaluated by a professional laboratory, and you will receive your detailed laboratory report via email within 2-3 days. Benefit from the accuracy and reliability of medical laboratory tests, conveniently and easily conducted in your pharmacy.
CaboCheck Benefits
Professionelle Probenentnahme vor Ort in der Apotheke
Einfache Kapillarblutentnahme innerhalb von 2 Minuten
Auswertung durch medizinisches Facharztlabor
Labor-Ergebnisse als PDF oder online
Fragen und Antworten zu IgG
What is the respective laboratory value?
IgG is the most common antibody found in the blood and tissue fluid. It plays a central role in the immune response by neutralizing pathogens and forming immunological memory. The laboratory value measures the concentration of IgG in the blood and provides information about the immune status and chronic infections.
For whom is such a test to be considered?
An IgG test is recommended for: • People with recurrent infections (e.g. respiratory infections, sinusitis) • Patients with suspected immunodeficiencies • Monitoring of vaccine responses or immunotherapies • Diagnosis of autoimmune diseases or chronic infections • Patients with suspected chronic inflammation or infectious diseases (e.g. toxoplasmosis)
What is it used for?
The test serves the diagnosis of immunodeficiencies, autoimmune diseases and chronic infections. It is also used to evaluate the immune status after a vaccination.
What can be inferred from that?
A high IgG level often indicates: • Chronic infections (e.g. hepatitis, tuberculosis) • Autoimmune diseases such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis • Chronic inflammation A low IgG level can be caused by: • Primary or secondary immunodeficiencies • Chronic diseases such as nephrotic syndrome or renal loss Symptoms of abnormal IgG levels can include: • Frequent or severe infections • Persistent fatigue with chronic inflammation
What is the ideal time for a test?
The testing can be carried out independently of the time of day. A serial measurement is helpful to monitor changes in the immune status.
Particularly interesting?
• IgG is divided into four subclasses (IgG1 to IgG4), which fulfill specific functions. Deviations in the subclasses can enable more accurate diagnoses. • A deficiency in IgG can be caused by genetic defects or certain medications. • Chronically elevated IgG levels can occur in chronic infections or certain types of cancer (e.g., myeloma).