Auto-antibody Profile

£199

The autoantibody screen is used to detect autoantibodies characteristic of a wide range of autoimmune diseases, Autoantibodies recognising antigens in liver, kidney or stomach are detected. A test for rheumatoid factor is also carried out. The autoantibody screen detects anti-nuclear antibodies; gastric parietal cell antibodies, mitochondrial antibodies, liver-kidney microsomal and smooth muscle antibodies. A number of other autoantibodies of varying diagnostic value are also detected e.g anti-reticulin. Refer to pages defining individual autoantibodies for more information.

Biomarkers:

Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (Anti-TPO) are produced by the immune system as a defence mechanism to protect the thyroid against foreign invaders. Autoimmune conditions will increase the amount of anti-TPO in the body, attacking healthy thyroid cells. Anti-TPO tests are used to diagnose thyroid disorders and are an indicator for autoimmune conditions.

Antinuclear Antibodies

Mitochondrial Antibodies

Smooth Muscle Antibodies

Gastric Parietal Cell Antibodies

Liver Kidney Microsomal Antibodies

Estimated turnaround time:

4-8 Working Days

Note:

This service is only available to the age of 13 and above.

During booking, only a £30 deposit is required, which will be deducted from the total cost. The remaining payment will be collected at a later stage.

Any cancellation, rescheduling, or missed appointment within 48 hours of the scheduled time will result in the loss of the £30 deposit. If you wish to reschedule, a new £30 deposit will be required to secure the new appointment.