Non-Malaysian citizens are subject to 6% SST, to be verified and paid at the counter before screening.
The RPR (Rapid Plasma Reagin) test is a non-treponemal antibody test widely used for syphilis screening and treatment monitoring. It detects antibodies produced in response to cellular damage caused by Treponema pallidum infection. A positive result requires confirmation with TPAb (Treponemal Antibody Test).
A venous blood sample is analyzed for non-specific antibodies (reagin). Results must be interpreted with treponemal-specific tests (TPAb) and clinical findings.
Q1: Does a positive RPR always mean syphilis?
A: No. RPR is non-specific and may yield false positives from other conditions. Confirmation with TPAb is required.
Q2: What does the RPR titer indicate?
A: High titers suggest active infection; falling titers after treatment indicate good response.
Q3: What is the difference between RPR and TPAb?
A: RPR is used for screening and monitoring, while TPAb is used for confirmation and past infection detection.