IA2 Antibody (Insulinoma-associated protein-2) - Black Country Pathology Services

Investigation Name:IA2 Antibody (Insulinoma-associated protein-2)

Alias or Abbreviation:IA2

Intro:

Indication:
Type 1 Diabetes.

Further information:
Please refer to GAD antibodies.

NOTE: Only performed if GAD is negative (<5.0 u/mL).

Pathology Laboratory:Immunology Laboratory

Requestable Seperately?No

Part of Profile:Yes

Tests in Profile:Also see ZNT8 antibody

Minimum Sample Volume:0.5mL

Expected Turnaround Time:3 weeks

Test Code:GAD

Sample Type:

Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)

Complex Reference Range:<7.5 U/mL

Collection Conditions / Other Information:Only performed if GAD is negative (<5.0 u/mL).

Reference Laboratory Details:Immunology, Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital

Referred to Another Laboratory?Yes

Storage Requirements:Refrigerate (2 – 8C) after serum separation

Posting Address / Requirements:Ambient temperature, First Class Post

Lead Contact Details:rwh-tr.bcpsimmunologyclinicalqueries@nhs.net

Email Address For Chasing Results:rwh-tr.ImmunologyLab@nhs.net

UKAS Reference Number:8210

Contact Number:01902 695 279 or Ext 85279