Liver autoantibodies immunoblot
| Category | Immunology |
|---|---|
| Test background |
A liver immunoblot is offered for confirmation of staining on immunofluorescence for liver-specific antibodies. These include M2, 3E(BPO), SP100, PML and GP210 antibodies, which can be found in primary biliary cirrhosis, and also LKM type 1 and SLA antibodies, which can be seen in autoimmune hepatitis type 2. |
| Clinical Indications |
Primary biliary cirrhosis Autoimmune hepatitis type 2 |
| Reference range | Negative |
| Sample & container required | RST (rust top) |
| Sample volume | 5-10 mL (1 mL serum) |
| Turnaround time | 14 days |
| Notes | [includes M2, PML, GP210, LKM1, LC1,SLAand SP100] |