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IGFBP-3
More InfoThis assay is useful in the evaluation of growth disorders.
*This test may exhibit interference when sample is collected from a person who is consuming a supplement with a high dose of biotin (also termed as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme R). It is recommended that patient stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of a sample.
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Immunoglobulin A (IgA Total)
More InfoDecreased IgA levels are found in selective IgA deficiency and in ataxia telangiectasia. Elevated IgA is associated with monoclonal IgA myeloma, gastrointestinal and respiratory infections, and malabsorption. Measurement of immunoglobulin A aids in the diagnosis of abnormal protein metabolism and the body’s lack of ability to resist infectious agents.
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Immunoglobulin E (IgE Total)
More InfoUseful for the diagnosis of allergic disease when used in conjunction with other tests.
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Immunoglobulin G Subclasses Panel
More InfoA deficiency of IgG subclasses is often observed in patients with recurring infections of the upper and lower respiratory passages. IgG subclass 4 is used to evaluate sinopulmonary infections, asthma.
Components:
IgG Subclass 1
IgG Subclass 2
IgG Subclass 3
IgG Subclass 4
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Immunoglobulin M (IgM Total)
More InfoIncreased levels of IgM are found in viral infections, infectious mononucleosis, and in Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia.
*Patient may need to be fasting for eight hours to avoid lipemic sample interference, and should consult their physician to ask before the test.
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Immunoglobulins Panel G, M, A
More InfoElevations of IgG, IgA, and/or IgM are seen in hpergammaglobulinemia, chronic inflammatory conditions, and in lymphoproliferative diseases. Decreased levels are associated with hypogammaglobulinemia and immunodeficiency states.
Component:
IgG Total
IgM Total
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Insulin, Fasting
More InfoUseful for monitoring insulin production in diabetes mellitus and hypoglycemia.
*Patient must be fasting at the time of collection
**This test may exhibit interference when sample is collected from a person who is consuming a supplement with a high dose of biotin (also termed as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme R). It is recommended that patients stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of a sample.
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Iron, Total
More InfoSerum iron measurement aids in the diagnosis of iron-deficiency anemia and hemochromatosis. The concentration of iron in serum/plasma is dependent on ingestion of iron and is subject to circadian variations.
*You may be instructed to have your blood drawn in the morning and/or fast for 12 hours before sample collection; in this case, only water is permitted. Follow any instructions from your healthcare practitioner.
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Iron, Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC) Plus % Saturation
More InfoIron binding capacity measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of anemia.
*Fasting for 8-10 hours required.