If you live in or travel to an area where there is dengue and show signs of the disease, see your doctor immediately. They may ask you to take a dengue test.
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You will need to give a small sample of blood that can be tested in the clinic.
Some tests can give results in as little as 30 minutes, others take longer.
There are a few different types of test, but they all look for signs of the virus in your blood. Remember that no test is 100% accurate.
Confirming whether you have dengue will help you get appropriate treatment. If you have any concerns, make sure you speak with your doctor.
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Many countries also keep records of how many people have dengue.
This can help organizations like the World Health Organization to keep track of the disease around the world.1