Description
The RPR with Reflex to Titer blood test screens for syphilis and monitors treatment response. It's part of the CDC-recommended traditional syphilis testing algorithm.
Purpose
Screen for syphilis: Used to screen people who have symptoms of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Monitor treatment: Used to see how well antibiotics are working to treat syphilis
Diagnose congenital syphilis: Used to diagnose syphilis in newborns when their mother's blood is also tested
When it's used
- During pregnancy
- For people who are sexually active and at high risk for syphilis
- For people who have had unprotected sex, multiple sex partners, or used illegal drugs
- For people who are being treated for syphilis
Fasting not required.
