Ovarian Antibody Profile (Serum)
This test measures antibodies in your blood that may be linked to ovarian health or autoimmune conditions. Antibodies are proteins your immune system produces in response to substances it perceives as foreign.
["Helps assess potential autoimmune or inflammatory responses related to ovarian function or conditions."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 21436-1
- Short code
- Ovary Ab Ser Ql IF
- Synonyms
- Ovary Ab Ser Ql IF
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- if
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What This Test Measures
This test detects the presence of specific antibodies in your serum that could be associated with ovarian-related conditions. The exact antibodies measured may include those targeting ovarian tissue or other related proteins, though the specific analytes vary by lab. These antibodies may indicate an autoimmune response, infection, or other immune-mediated processes.
Why It Might Be Ordered
Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you have symptoms or risk factors for ovarian conditions, such as chronic pelvic pain, irregular menstrual cycles, or a history of autoimmune diseases. It may also be used in the evaluation of unexplained infertility or to monitor certain ovarian-related disorders.
Sample Collection and Preparation
A blood sample is drawn from a vein, typically in your arm. The blood is then processed to separate the serum, which is the liquid part containing the antibodies. This serum is sent to a lab for analysis.
Interpretation and Results
Results are qualitative (present or absent) and do not provide a single numeric value. Elevated antibody levels may suggest an autoimmune response or other immune-related conditions, but they are not diagnostic on their own. Your healthcare provider will interpret results in the context of your symptoms, medical history, and other tests.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
Clinical Significance
Short name
Ovarian Antibody Test
Frequently asked questions
Can this test be used to diagnose ovarian cancer?
What does a positive result mean for my health?
How often should I get this test?
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