Mitochondrial Antibody Type 2
Code:
M2
Sample Type:
2mL Serum (Gel 5mL Yellow tube
Ref Ranges/Units:
IU/mL
Normal result = <4
Turnaround:
3 days
Frequency of Analysis: As required
Special Precautions/Comments:
Method: FEIA performed on Phadia Immunocap 250. Calibration: Calibrated against WHO IgG reference preparation (IRP) 67/183. EQA scheme: UK NEQAS scheme for General Autoimmune Serology. IQC Commercial preparation
Interferences: None known.
Interpretation: NORMAL result is <4. Results are to be reported as follows: NEGATIVE Result: <4 IU/mL; POSITIVE Result: >4 IU/mL
Additional Information:
Indication: Confirmatory test for the presence of anti-M2 antibodies in AMA positive samples.
South of Tyne & Wear Pathology Centre
