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Test Directory / Phospholipase A2 Antibody
Phospholipase A2 Antibody
Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | Phospholipase A2 Antibody |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | PLA2R MPLA2R |
| Profile | N/A |
| Clinical Indication | Membranous glomerulonephritis presents with nephrotic syndrome or proteinuria and is identified on renal biopsy by epithelial IgG and C3 deposition. APLA2R antibody measurement may have a role in identifying primary from secondary membranous nephropathy and also in disease monitoring. However they should not be viewed as a replacemant for renal biopsy in the investigation of patients presenting with nephrotic syndrome. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample Type | Serum |
| Minimum Volume | 2 mL |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 3 weeks |
| Laboratory | Immunology Department, Northern General Hospital, Sheffield |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
