Ovarian Antibodies
Department of Immunology
Notes
- Diagnosis of some cases of primary ovarian failure.
- Antibodies against ovarian parenchyma are seen in 15-50% of patients with permature ovarian failure.
- Patients may also be positive for adrenal antibodies due to the presence of cross-reactive steroid-cell antibodies.
Sample Requirements
Adult
5ml Gold-top SST tube or 3.5ml Rust-top gel tube (Trust users only)
![5ml gold tube](https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/media/images/5mL_gold_top_tube_clU0NKv.width-800.jpg)
Paediatric
1ml Serum Sample
![1ml serum tube](https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/media/images/1_mL_serum.width-800.jpg)
Turnaround Times
2 weeks