Does this test have other names? RPR test, syphilis test. What is this test? The rapid plasma reagin (RPR) test is a blood test that looks for antibodies to syphilis. This means the test doesn't detect the actual bacteria cause syphilis.
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Hi, thats means your screening test for syphilis is positive.Thanks
You are VDRL reactive, this means you are having syphilis. Better to consult dermatologist and get done clinical examination and determine the type of syphilis and start treatment accordingly. Please hit thanks.
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