{"product_id":"hantavirus-puumala-igg","title":"Hantavirus IgG (Puumala)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is hantavirus (Puumala)?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHantavirus is a family of viruses transmitted by rodents through feces, urine, or saliva. The Puumala strain is the most common variant in Europe and the Netherlands, with the bank vole as the primary reservoir. An infection can lead to nephropathia epidemica — a milder form of hantavirus disease with fever, headache, and temporary kidney impairment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy should you get tested for hantavirus Puumala IgG?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IgG test is relevant after experiencing a (suspected) hantavirus infection to confirm the diagnosis, or to determine prior exposure. Also useful for people with occupational exposure to rodents (farmers, forest and nature workers, military personnel) to assess immune status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe presence of IgG antibodies against Puumala indicates a past infection with this strain. IgG develops 2–3 weeks after infection and remains detectable for life. The strain-specific result distinguishes Puumala from other hantavirus variants such as Hantaan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a high hantavirus Puumala IgG level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elevated IgG titer indicates a past Puumala infection and suggests immunity against reinfection with this strain. In most cases this is not a cause for concern, but persistent complaints (fatigue, kidney issues) warrant follow-up with your doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a low hantavirus Puumala IgG level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA low or undetectable IgG level means you have likely not been previously exposed to Puumala. If a recent infection is suspected (complaints less than 3 weeks), an IgM test is more appropriate — IgM appears earlier than IgG.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54117598396762,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/nl\/products\/hantavirus-puumala-igg","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}