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Test ID: F68KD
68kD (hsp-70) Antibodies

Reference Values Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.

Serology Comments:

 

Antibodies to inner ear antigen (68kD) occur in approximately

70% of patients with autoimmune hearing loss. The antibody tests

to this 68kD antigen parallel with disease activity. In addition, a

majority of patients positive for antibodies to 68kD are

responsive to corticosteroid treatment. (Hirose et al: The

Laryngoscope 109:1769-1999)

 

This test was developed and its performance characteristics

determined by IMMCO. It has not been cleared or approved

by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

 

Test Performed By:  IMMCO Diagnostics, Inc.

                                         60 Pineview Drive

                                         Buffalo, NY  14228