The presence of LKM-1 antibodies can be used in conjunction with clinical findings and other laboratory tests to aid in the diagnosis of autoimmune liver diseases such as autoimmune hepatitis (AIH-2).
1.0 mL Serum from a Red Top Tube in a Plastic Vial
7 days Ambient (transport)
14 days Refrigerated
30 days Frozen
Centrifuge and transfer serum specimens to sterile, plastic, screw-capped vial(s).
0.3 mL
| ≤20.0 U | Negative | |
| 20.1-24.9 U | Equivocal | |
| ≥25.0 U | Positive | |
The presence of LKM-1 antibodies can be used in conjunction with clinical findings and other laboratory tests to aid in the diagnosis of autoimmune liver diseases such as autoimmune hepatitis (AIH-2).
1 to 4 days
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