The Candida Albicans Antibodies test is a blood screening used to detect the presence of antibodies—specifically IgG, IgA, and IgM—produced by the immune system in response to an infection by the Candida albicans fungus.
While Candida normally lives harmlessly in the body, an overgrowth can lead to candidiasis, ranging from localized mucosal infections to severe systemic or invasive infections. This test helps physicians identify past or current fungal exposure, aiding in the diagnosis of chronic or systemic candidiasis, especially in immunocompromised individuals, guiding targeted antifungal treatment plans effectively.