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Anti IgA antibodies
Short Description : AIGA

Blood
Test performed by: LabPLUS Virology/Immunology transport this to a 3rd party for testing


Test performed by: Lifeblood Brisbane .

Specimen Collection
SST12 mL Adult SST Serum (Preferred)
SST4 mL Paediatric SST Serum (Preferred)
Plain12 mL Adult Plain Serum
Plain4 mL Paediatric Plain Serum
Turnaround Time:

Due to the vetting and approval process as well as shipping the sample internationally, the turnaround time may be up to 4 weeks.


Assay Method

ELISA


Diagnostic Use and Interpretation

Anti IgA antibodies are usually found only in people with undetectable IgA levels and can cause transfusion reactions.

There have been occasional reports that antibodies to IgA subclasses have cause reactions in the presence of detectable IgA.


Contact Information

For further information contact the on call Immunopathologist vis Lablink (09)307 4949 ext 22000 or the LabPLUS Immunology Team


Specimen Transport Instructions for Referring Laboratories

Storage and transport instructions:     Either at room temperature or 4 0 C



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