Ovarian antibodies - serum
Last updated: Tuesday, 30, March, 2004
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| Item | Process |
|---|---|
| Specimen | 10 mL blood in plain tube. |
| Method | Indirect IF. |
| Reference Interval | Not detected. |
| Application | Diagnosis of autoimmune ovarian dysfunction. |
| Interpretation | In patients with type 1 polyglandular endocrine syndrome the presence of ovarian antibodies is correlated with ovarian failure, however ovarian antibodies are non-specific and may also be present in Addison's disease and various menstrual disorders. |
| Reference | Falorni A et al. Endocrinology and metabolism clinics of North America. 2002. |