Local code : GBM
Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Serum
5-10 mL
Sample Processing in Laboratory
Usual
Sample Preparation
Usual
Turnaround Time
3days - if urgent telephone the lab before handSample Stability
Stored at 4oC
Glomerular Basement Membrane Antibody (GBM)
General Information
Some indications: Good Pastures Syndrome, Pulmonary-Renal Haemorrhage If this test is required urgently please contact the Duty Immunologist via Bleep 2119 during the normal working hours of the laboratory ( Mon-Fri 09.00 to 17.00)
Patient Preparation
None
Notes
This assay will only be performed urgently if the laboratory is informed by telephone.
Reference Range
Negative =0.8- 6.9 U/mL
Weak positive = 7-10 U/mL
Positive = >10 U/mL
Normal result would be negative
Source of Reference Range
Assay manufacturers rangeSpecifications
- EQA Scheme?: Yes
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EQA Status:
UK NEQAS eqa scheme for ANCA and GBM antibodies.