The Mumps IgM (CSF) test detects IgM antibodies against the mumps virus in cerebrospinal fluid, indicating a recent or active central nervous system infection.
The Mumps IgM (CSF) test is a diagnostic test used to detect Immunoglobulin M (IgM) antibodies against the mumps virus in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). The presence of IgM antibodies indicates a recent or active infection involving the central nervous system.
Mumps is a viral infection that can sometimes lead to complications such as meningitis or encephalitis. Testing CSF helps in identifying infections affecting the brain and spinal cord, especially when neurological symptoms are present.
The purpose of the Mumps IgM (CSF) Test is to