Laboratory Medicine
Test Directory / Intrinsic Factor Antibody
Intrinsic Factor Antibody
Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | Intrinsic Factor Antibody |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | IFA |
| Profile | N/A |
| Clinical Indication | Found in up to 75% of patient's with pernious anaemia |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample Type | Serum |
| Minimum Volume | 5 ml |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | Stability studies ongoing. Antibodies in serum are typically stable for at least 7 days when stored between 2-8 degrees. Sample stable for longer stored at -20 degrees |
| Turnaround Time | 7 days |
| Laboratory | Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull HU3 2JZ |
| Reference Interval | Negative/Equivocal/Positive |
| Limitations | The assay should not be performed on grossly haemolysed or grossly lipaemic samples. Only serum samples will be accepted |
