Also known as: Mito; MTA; M2
Mitochondrial antibodies are a highly sensitive and specific marker of Primary Biliary Cirrhosis, present in 95% of cases. Also found in a small percentage of patients with autoimmune chronic active hepatitis. Mitochondrial antibodies are directed against Pyruvate Dehydrogenase.
Specimen requirements
Serum 1ml
Cost
Price on application
Laboratory turnaround time
5 days
Laboratory method
Indirect Immunoflourescence
Reference range/units
Positive or Negative
Associated tests
Not applicable
Sample stability
2 months at 2-8ºC
Shipping and storage
UK and Ireland
Ambient temperature and first class post. Hays DX users please enquire via email below.
International
Ambient temperature if courier will deliver within 72 hours otherwise consider refrigerated transport. Freezing is not a requirement.
Ensure delivery Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30.
Further information and contact details
For further information, email immunologylab.enquiries@ouh.nhs.uk
