Hi sir. Want details about the tpha positive to negative. Bcz I am already take the penicillin injection also.
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Dear lybrate-user, tpha (treponema pallidum hemagglutination assay) is a blood test that is used to diagnose syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium treponema pallidum. A positive tpha test indicates that you have been infected with the bacterium at some point in your life, regardless of whether or not you currently have symptoms. A negative tpha test means that no antibodies to the bacterium were found in your blood sample. However, it is important to note that the test may not be accurate if it is done too soon after infection, as it takes time for the body to produce antibodies in response to the infection. If you have been diagnosed with syphilis and have received treatment with penicillin, it is important to follow up with your consultant to ensure that the treatment was successful. The tpha test may remain positive for a period of time after treatment, even if the infection has been cured. Your consultant may recommend additional testing or monitoring to ensure that the infection has been fully treated. It is also important to take steps to prevent the spread of syphilis and other sexually transmitted infections. Practicing safe sex by using condoms and getting regular testing can help reduce the risk of transmission.
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