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Does VDRL Test Detect All Kinds Of STD ?

Does VDRL test detect all kinds of STD?
Sun, 26 Jun 2011
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VDRL is only to detect the possible presence of Syphilis. It is not diagnostic of Syphilis as if VDRL is positive you need to do TPHA to confirm Syphilis. For other STDs you need to do other tests.
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Does VDRL Test Detect All Kinds Of STD ?

Welcome to Healthcare Magic Good Day VDRL is only to detect the possible presence of Syphilis. It is not diagnostic of Syphilis as if VDRL is positive you need to do TPHA to confirm Syphilis. For other STDs you need to do other tests.