Immunological testing investigates the function of the immune system, particularly in children with frequent or severe infections.
What does it include?
- immunoglobulin measurement
- immunophenotyping
- specialized immunological assays
- antibody titers against specific vaccines
- sweat test and other tests.
When is it needed?
- recurrent respiratory infections
- severe respiratory infections, e.g. pneumonia
- suspected immunodeficiency.
Why is it important?
It enables early diagnosis and appropriate management of immune system disorders.
