Laboratory Medicine
Test Directory / Ovarian Antibodies
Ovarian Antibodies
Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | Ovarian Antibodies |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | OVA |
| Profile | N/A |
| Clinical Indication | Autoantibodies to ovary (theca interna/granulosa) are detected with multiblock slides that also have adrenal and testis tissues as they form part of the group of steroid producing cell antibodies. Present in patients with either isolated primary ovarian failure or associated with other autoimmune endocrinopathies eg Hypoadrenalism, Insulin dependent diabetes, Pernicious anaemia. |
| 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 |
