Detection of the circulating antigens CAA and CCA in a group of Dutch travellers with acute schistosomiasis

Detection of circulating anodic antigen (CAA) and circulating cathodic antigen (CCA) in serum and urine is a highly specific and sensitive alternative for the diagnosis of schistosome infections in endemic areas. However, it is not known how soon after the onset of infection these antigens can be detected in humans. Neither has there been much research on the detection of these antigens in individuals normally living in non‐endemic areas. We studied the kinetics of CAA and CCA in serum and urine of a group of 28 Dutch tourists, shortly after accidental exposure to a Schistosoma infection durin... Mehr ...