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GlossarySerological Tests

diagnostic exams detecting antibodies or antigens in blood

Serological tests, also known as serology tests or serologic assays, are diagnostic examinations that detect the presence of antibodies or antigens in a person's blood. These tests are commonly used to diagnose infections, autoimmune disorders, and to determine blood type, by analyzing the immune response to pathogens or foreign substances.

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Alopecias in Lupus Erythematosus

research Alopecias in Lupus Erythematosus

39 citations, October 2018 in “Lupus Science & Medicine”

Different types of hair loss in lupus need careful diagnosis for proper treatment.

Diffuse Pattern Essential Syphilitic Alopecia: An Unusual Form of Secondary Syphilis

research Diffuse Pattern Essential Syphilitic Alopecia: An Unusual Form of Secondary Syphilis

10 citations, July 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Syphilis can cause hair loss and should be considered in unexplained cases.

Nonspecific Diffuse Alopecia as a Single Manifestation of Syphilis Infection: Clinical and Trichoscopic Features

research Nonspecific Diffuse Alopecia as a Single Manifestation of Syphilis Infection: Clinical and Trichoscopic Features

7 citations, January 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Syphilis can cause hair loss without other symptoms and should be considered when diagnosing unexplained hair loss.

Syphilis: Today

research Syphilis: Today

2 citations, October 2010 in “Reviews in Medical Microbiology”

Syphilis is becoming more common and remains a major health problem due to challenges in prevention and treatment.

Moth-Eaten Symptomatic Syphilitic Alopecia Associated with Human Immunodeficiency Virus: A Case Report

research Moth-Eaten Symptomatic Syphilitic Alopecia Associated with Human Immunodeficiency Virus: A Case Report

1 citations, January 2016 in “Case Reports in Clinical Medicine”

Hair loss in HIV patients should be tested for syphilis as well.

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