Insulin Antibodies
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General
Synonym/Acronym:
Islet cell antibody, glutamic acid decarboxylase antibody.
Rationale
To assist in the prediction, diagnosis, and management of type 1 diabetes as well as insulin resistance and insulin allergy.
Patient Preparation
There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.
Normal Findings
(Method: Radioimmunoassay) Less than 0.4 Units/mL.
Critical Findings and Potential Interventions
N/A
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General
Synonym/Acronym:
Islet cell antibody, glutamic acid decarboxylase antibody.
Rationale
To assist in the prediction, diagnosis, and management of type 1 diabetes as well as insulin resistance and insulin allergy.
Patient Preparation
There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.
Normal Findings
(Method: Radioimmunoassay) Less than 0.4 Units/mL.
Critical Findings and Potential Interventions
N/A
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