Test Category: Immunology
Investigation Name:Phospholipase A2 Receptor Antibody (PLA-2)
Alias or Abbreviation:PLAR2, PLA2
Intro:
Indication:Idiopathic membranous nephropathy (IMN).
Further information:
Autoantibodies to the M-type phospholipase A2 receptor (PLA2R) are sensitive and specific for idiopathic membranous nephropathy (IMN), an organ specific autoimmune disease of the glomeruli. The test is helpful both in the diagnosis of IMN and monitoring response to treatment. These antibodies are specific and are found in up to 70% of the patients with IMN.
Pathology Laboratory:Immunology Laboratory
Requestable Seperately?Yes
Minimum Sample Volume:0.5mL
Expected Turnaround Time:3 weeks
Test Code:PA2A
Sample Type:
Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)Complex Reference Range:Negative
Reference Laboratory Details:Immunology, Medical School
Referred to Another Laboratory?Yes
Storage Requirements:Ambient temperature
Posting Address / Requirements:1st class post/ Trust transport
Lead Contact Details:Clinical queries email: rwh-tr.bcpsimmunologyclinicalqueries@nhs.net
Email Address For Chasing Results:rwh-tr.ImmunologyLab@nhs.net
Contact Number:01902 695 279 or Ext 85279
