Liver kidney microsomal antibodies
| Category | Immunology |
|---|---|
| Test background |
An antibody screen, including smooth muscle, gastric parietal cell, mitochondrial and LKM antibodies, by indirect immunofluorescence using mouse liver/kidney/stomach substrate. Positive samples are then confirmed by a secondary method. These uncommon antibodies are found in patients with various types of hepatitis type II. LKM-1 is found in autoimmune hepatitis type II and viral hepatitis C. |
| Clinical Indications |
Autoimmune hepatitis |
| Reference range | Negative |
| Sample & container required | RST (rust top) |
| Sample volume | 5-10 mL (1 mL serum) |
| Turnaround time | 7 days |
| Notes | This test is currently unaccredited due to a recent change in platform. |