Sérologie
Sérologie refers to the branch of immunology that studies the properties and behaviors of antibodies in blood serum. This field plays a crucial role in diagnosing infections, autoimmune diseases, and other medical conditions by detecting specific antibodies produced by the immune system in response to antigens, such as pathogens or abnormal cells. The term "sérologie" originates from the French words *sérum* (serum) and *-logie* (study of), reflecting its focus on blood serum analysis.
Serological tests are widely used in clinical laboratories to identify past or current infections. For example,
Beyond infectious diseases, sérologie is also applied in the study of autoimmune disorders, where the immune
The accuracy of serological tests depends on factors such as the timing of sample collection, the sensitivity