Antibodies to Pancreatic islet cells (PIC) are detected using indirect immunofluorescence on pancreas tissue. They can be detected in up 86% of patients with new onset insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM).
Tube
Serum Gel
ID
12774
Availability
Weekdays.
Additional Information
Present in up to 86% of patients with Insulin dependent diabetes mellitus at presentation. Increased prevalence in relatives of patients with IDDM.
Turn Around
Due to extended service pressures please note our TAT have been temporarily extended by 6 weeks beyond the times stated above/below. Please do not contact the lab before this time frame unless there is a clinically urgent need.
Send to
Leeds General Infirmary
Clinical Immunology
Old Medical School
Great George Street
Leeds
LS1 3EX
Collection Con
No restrictions.
Frequency
Daily.
Sample REQ
Blood.
Ref. Range (Male)
NA Interpretive.
Ref. Range (Female)
NA Interpretive.
Ref. Range (Paed)
NA Interpretive.
Ref. Range Notes
Positive/Negative
Units
– Not Defined –
IP Acute TAT
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IP Routine TAT
Due to extended service pressures please note our TAT have been temporarily extended by 6 weeks beyond the times stated above/below. Please do not contact the lab before this time frame unless there is a clinically urgent need.
GP Acute TAT
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GP Routine TAT
Due to extended service pressures please note our TAT have been temporarily extended by 6 weeks beyond the times stated above/below. Please do not contact the lab before this time frame unless there is a clinically urgent need.