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Test Directory / Adrenal Cortex Antibody
Adrenal Cortex Antibody
Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | Adrenal Cortex Antibody |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | ADRA |
| Profile | N/A |
| Clinical Indication | Antibodies to adrenal cortex are present in up to 80% patients with primary Addison's disease at diagnosis but the frequency of positive antibodies decreases with time. Detected with multiblock slides that also have ovary and testis tissues. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample Type | Serum |
| Minimum Volume | 2 mL |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 3 weeks |
| Laboratory | Clinical Immunology Old Medical School Leeds General Infirmary Thoresby Place Leeds LS2 9JT |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
