Variation of Immunoglobulin M and Immunoglobulin G Serum Levels in Seropositive COVID-19 Patients in Mazandaran, Iran: A Six-Month Investigation.

BACKGROUND

Forecasting the longevity of patients' immune stability could be the most effective approach to preventing illnesses. This study investigates immunoglobulin M (IgM) serum longevity, immunoglobulin G (IgG), and corresponding risk factors in the first phase seropositive patients in Mazandaran, Iran.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

This descriptive cross-sectional study aimed to assess IgM and IgG serum levels in a cohort of 184 seropositive patients during six months. The data analysis involved various statistical methods including descriptive statistics, the chi-square test, independent and paired t-tests, and single and multivariate logistic regression.

RESULTS

A total of 103 (56%) patients lacked the necessary antibodies, whereas 81 (44%) remained seropositive. According to the results of multivariable logistic regression, patients with a travel history, hospital admissions, and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) had 3.24 (P=0.04), 12.63 (P=0.018), and 9.79 (P=0.001) times higher chances of stable seropositivity, respectively. The average IgG and IgM serum levels fell by 4.5 and 3 units, respectively (P<0.001). In addition, serum levels of IgM and IgG increased by 12% and 12.5%, respectively, and dropped by 75.5% in both serums. There was no increase in either serum level for any of the patients.

CONCLUSION

The duration of immune serum stability in patients can significantly reduce disease mortality. The concurrent detection of IgM and IgG antibodies also assists in identifying the infectious stage.