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Also known as: LKM; LKM-1
Anti LKM antibodies are associated with type two autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) and in some patients they are associated with hepatitis C infection. LKM antibodies are found only in a small number of patients with autoimmune chronic active hepatitis and drug-induced hepatitis, but are highly specific. LKM-1 antibodies are directed against the cytochrome P450IID6.
Serum or plasma - 1ml
Price on application
5 days
Indirect Immunofluorescence
Positive or Negative
Liver Immunoblot used as a follow up test
2 months at 2-8ºC
Ambient temperature and first class post. Hays DX users please enquire via email below.
Ambient temperature if courier will deliver within 72 hours otherwise consider refrigerated transport. Freezing is not a requirement.
Ensure delivery Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30.
For further information, email immunology.office@nhs.net