The alpha-1 antitrypsin test is a simple blood test that measures a vital protein your liver produces to protect your lungs and other organs from damage. If your levels come back too low, you could be at serious risk for lung and liver disease — making early detection essential for Canadians of all ages. How […]

A CMV antibody test is a simple blood test that reveals whether your body has been exposed to cytomegalovirus, one of the most common infections worldwide. By measuring two specific antibodies — IgM and IgG — this test helps your doctor determine if you have a current, past, or reactivated CMV infection, which is essential […]

A chlamydia antibody test is a blood test that detects whether your immune system has produced antibodies in response to a Chlamydia trachomatis infection. Chlamydia is the most commonly reported sexually transmitted infection in Canada, yet many people carry it without knowing because the infection frequently causes no symptoms at all. How the Chlamydia Antibody […]

A Lyme disease blood test is one of the most important diagnostic tools for detecting a Borrelia burgdorferi infection in Canada. This test checks your blood for IgM and IgG antibodies that your immune system produces after being bitten by an infected blacklegged tick. With Lyme disease cases rising across the country, understanding this test […]