Testsealabs Giardia Lamblia Antigen Test
Giardia: A Prevalent Parasitic Intestinal Pathogen
Giardia is recognized as one of the most frequent causes of parasitic intestinal disease.
Transmission typically occurs through the ingestion of contaminated food or water.
In humans, giardiasis is caused by the protozoan parasite Giardia lamblia (also known as Giardia intestinalis).
Clinical Manifestations
- Acute disease: Characterized by watery diarrhea, nausea, abdominal cramps, bloating, weight loss, and malabsorption, which may last for several weeks.
- Chronic or asymptomatic infection: These forms can also occur in affected individuals.
Notably, the parasite has been linked to several major waterborne outbreaks in the United States.





