Glomerular Basement Membrane (GBM) Antibody IgG
| Sunquest Code: | GBMIGG | ||
| Epic Code: | LAB6363 | Epic Name: | Glomerular Basement Membrane (GBM) Antibody IgG |
| Synonyms: | Goodpasture's Syndrome | ||
| Methodology: | Fluorescent enzyme immunoassay | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed twice weekly; results are reported within 4 days. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.9 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) (Green (lithium heparin, gel), Purple (EDTA), Red (no gel)) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Gross hemolysis. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge ASAP and aliquot 1 mL, 0.35 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator up to 14 days. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Endocrine (UMMC-East Bank) |
Interpretive
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| Use: | Aids in the diagnosis of the autoimmune renal disorder, Goodpasture's Syndrome. |
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