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	Cat scratch fever is an infection caused by bacteria known as Bartonella henselae. About 40% of cats carry the bacteria in their saliva at some point in their lives. Cats that carry Bartonella henselae do not themselves show any signs of illness. Most people contract the disease after being scratched or bitten by a cat. In people who have a normal immune system, cat scratch disease is usually not a serious illness. A small papule (a little raised lump) develops at the site of injury within 10 days. Signs and symptoms of cat scratch fever. fever chills nausea vomiting fatigue inflammation and soreness of the lymph nodes (lymphadenitis) Most cases of cat scratch disease resolve on their on without specific treatment within a few weeks. If the lymph nodes remain persistently inflamed or if the illness is very severe, antibiotics may be prescribe.

Price includes:	Phlebotomy We will arrange for you to have your blood samples taken locally to where you live or work. To find a test centre in your area click here. Same Day appointments are available in London and Manchester. Blood samples can be taken within 30 minutes of placing your order! We can also arrange for a nurse to visit your home or work to take blood samples. An additional fee of £75 applies to this service. Blood Sample Kit A specially labelled blood sample collection kit containing everything needed by a nurse or doctor to take the blood sample. The kit will be unique and coded specifically to you. Postage & Packaging Special pre-paid packaging is provided to return your sample safely, by first class post, to our laboratory for testing. Laboratory Analysis Samples are analysed at a private accredited laboratory. Medical Questionnaire A Medical History & Lifestyle questionnaire is included with this test. It covers important areas such as illness, injuries, medical conditions, medication, family health history and much more. The Medical History & Lifestyle questionnaire provides us with vital information which can affect how your results are interpreted and what advice you receive. Interpretation of Results All results will be fully explained via a confidential telephone consultation with a medical advisor. Copy of Laboratory Results You will have secure online access to your medical reports and results held on our secure web servers. If required, we will also send you a hard copy by post. Our web servers are secure and protected by the latest SSL certificate. The 128bit SSL encryption assures that information is kept private between our web servers and your web browser. Helpline Card Your personalised Helpline Card will allow you access free confidential medical advice.

Contents:	Cat Scratch Fever (Bartonella IgG+IgM)

Code:	CAT
Turnaround Time:	7 working days after receipt of sample.
Samples:	Blood
Price:	£194.00	Buy Now
Discounted Price:	£160.00