Ebola Diagnosis

When making an Ebola diagnosis, the doctor will ask about the patient's medical history and perform a physical exam. Diagnosing Ebola early can be difficult, due to the fact that the early symptoms of Ebola can be similar to those seen with other medical conditions. The doctor may order lab tests that can identify the virus itself or antibodies that the body makes to fight the Ebola virus.

EBOLA DIAGNOSIS: AN OVERVIEW

In order to make an Ebola diagnosis, the doctor will ask a number of questions, including questions about: