Test Category: Immunology
Investigation Name:Zinc Transporter 8 Antibodies (ZNT8)
Alias or Abbreviation:ZNT8
Intro:
Indication:Type 1 Diabetes.
Further information:
Please refer to GAD antibodies.
NOTE: Only performed if GAD is negative (<5.0 U/mL).
Pathology Laboratory:Immunology Laboratory
Requestable Seperately?No
Minimum Sample Volume:0.5mL
Expected Turnaround Time:3 weeks
Test Code:GAD
Sample Type:
Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)Complex Reference Range:<30 years = <65 U/mL >30 years = <10 U/mL
Collection Conditions / Other Information:Only performed if GAD is negative (<5.0 U/mL).
Reference Laboratory Details:Immunology, Royal Exeter and Devon Hospital
Referred to Another Laboratory?Yes
Storage Requirements:Ambient temperature
Posting Address / Requirements:1st class post/ Trust transport
Lead Contact Details:Clinical queries email: rwh-tr.bcpsimmunologyclinicalqueries@nhs.net
Email Address For Chasing Results:rwh-tr.ImmunologyLab@nhs.net
Site Sample Tested:Immunology, New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton
Contact Number:01902 695 279 or Ext 85279
