Test Overview
Method
Tissue Immunofluorescence (IFA)
Result Included
Pemphigoid Antibodies (Basement Membrane); Pemphigoid Antibodies Titre (Basement Membrane); Pemphigus Antibody; Pemphigus Antibody Titre
Aliases/Synonyms
Pemphigoid Antibodies; Desmosome Antibodies
Specimen
Specimen Type
Serum
Volume
Sample Volume
3 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Antibodies will be titred if positive.
Stability
| Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|
| 14 days | 30 days |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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Pemphigoid Antibodies (Basement Membrane)Qualitative TestNegative
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Pemphigoid Antibodies Titre (Basement Membrane)Titre<1:10 Negative
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Pemphigus AntibodiesQualitative Test<1:10 Negative
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Pemphigus Antibodies TitreTitre<1:10 Negative
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKINAB | Pemphigus AB | 36494 | |
| Pemphigus AB Titre | 36496 | ||
| Pemphigoid AB (Basement Membrane) | 36490 | ||
| Pemphigoid AB Titre (Basement Membrane) | 36492 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2024-10-04