Test Category: Immunology
Investigation Name:Endomysial antibody (IgA)
Alias or Abbreviation:Endo, Coeliac
Intro:
Indication: Coeliac Disease antibodies Further information: NOTE: This test is performed as a reflex for confirmation of a positive IgA Tissue Transglutaminase antibody in new patients only.Requestable Seperately?No
Minimum Sample Volume:1mL
Test Code:ENDA
Sample Type:
Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)Complex Reference Range:Positive/ Negative
Collection Conditions / Other Information:1st class post or Transport
Referred to Another Laboratory?No
Storage Requirements:Ambient temperature
NPEX / PDF Reporting Available:Yes
EQA Scheme:Yes
Further information:Reflex for new positive IgA TTG only
Lead Contact Details:rwh-tr.bcpsimmunologyclinicalqueries@nhs.net
Email Address For Chasing Results:rwh-tr.ImmunologyLab@nhs.net
Methodology:Indirect Immunofluorescence
UKAS Reference Number:Awaiting assessment
Site Sample Tested:Immunology, New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton
Minimum Request Interval (MRI):180 days (6 months) over 16y only
