WR, or Wasserman's test, is a serological test to detect antibodies against spirochete, i.e. the bacteria that causes syphilis. WR should be done regularly, because syphilis is not uncommon. In pregnant women, the Wasserman test is performed twice.
Wasserman testisa serological testthat detects syphilis.Syphilisis a bacterial disease caused by by the spirochete pale and sexually transmitted. There are several types of syphilis, both acquired and congenital. It is a dangerous disease, especially for pregnant women. There is a risk of transmitting the infection to the fetus via the transplacental route, and also during delivery. The effects of untreated syphilis can be different - spontaneous miscarriage, premature delivery, death of the fetus in the uterus, or death of the newborn. In order to successfully treat syphilis when diagnosed during pregnancy, screening tests should be performed on the pregnant woman. They are usually performed in the 1st and 3rd trimesters of pregnancy.
Syphilis diagnosis - Wasserman test
In order to detect syphilis in a timely manner, it is necessary to carry out serological tests, which consist in the detection of antibodies in the blood serum in response to pale spirochete infection. One of such studies is the so-called non-specific tests that detect non-specific antibodies raised against the lipid components of the bacteria. They include, among others Wasserman test (WR test).
What is the purpose of the WR test
The test is used to detect the presence of antibodies in the blood serum that indicate an infection or a past syphilitic infection. The negative result is correct. Indications for the WR test:
- preventive examinations for syphilis
- diagnosis of syphilis
- controlling the treatment of syphilis
Before the examination, please provide your personal data, possible sexual contact with a person suspected of being infected and inform about a bleeding tendency (hemorrhagic diathesis).