What Does IFA Mean in Medical Terms?

IFA stands for indirect fluorescent antibody. Microscopy antibody test method.

Where you will see IFA

You will most often see IFA in laboratory orders and test results, medical charts and clinical notes.

Example

A laboratory request or report might list “IFA” as shorthand for indirect fluorescent antibody.

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