Dengue Fever: Symptoms and Causes
Dengue fever is a viral infection that has become a significant public health concern in many tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. This disease, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, affects millions of people annually, leading to severe illness and even death in some cases. Understanding the symptoms and causes of dengue fever is crucial for timely diagnosis and effective management. At Apex PathLabs, we provide comprehensive blood tests, including the Complete Blood Count (CBC) test, to help diagnose and monitor dengue fever accurately. What is Dengue Fever? Dengue fever is caused by the dengue virus, which is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected female Aedes mosquito , primarily Aedes aegypti. There are four distinct but closely related serotypes of the virus (DEN-1, DEN-2, DEN-3, and DEN-4), meaning a person can be infected four times in their lifetime. The virus is not contagious and cannot spread directly from person to person. Symptoms of Dengue Fever The symp...