Tyrosine Phosphatase/ Insulinoma-associated Antigen 2 (Anti-IA2 ELISA)
| Category | Immunology |
|---|---|
| Test background |
Insulinoma-associated antigen 2 (IA2) - detected in 50-70% of children and 30-50% adults with a newly apparent diabetes mellitus type 1, levels decline with increasing age. |
| Clinical Indications |
Suspected type 1 diabetes (T1D) |
| Reference range | The normal range for this assay is <10 IU/ml |
| Sample & container required | Serum sample - Rust top whole blood tube |
| Sample volume | 5-10 mL (1 mL serum) |
| Sample container | Rust top whole blood tube |
| Sample collection | Whole blood |
| Transport storage | Transported at room temperature. Once serum has been extracted, sample is stored at 4-6°C |
| Turnaround time | 14 days |