INFLIXIMAB ANTIBODY Test
At DNA Labs UAE, we offer the INFLIXIMAB ANTIBODY Test at a cost of AED 3900.0. This test is used to diagnose and monitor disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, particularly in patients receiving infliximab treatment.
Test Details
The INFLIXIMAB antibody test is a blood test that measures the level of antibodies to the medication infliximab in a person’s blood. Infliximab is a biologic medication used to treat inflammatory conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Why is the test ordered?
The test is typically ordered when a person is receiving infliximab treatment and is not responding to the medication as expected. This may indicate that the person has developed antibodies to the medication, which can reduce its effectiveness.
Test Procedure
The test involves taking a blood sample from the person. The sample should be 3 mL (minimum 2 mL) of serum from 1 Red Top (No additive) tube. It should be shipped refrigerated or frozen. The patient should avoid multivitamins and dietary supplements containing biotin and vitamin B7 48 hours prior to sampling. A duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form is mandatory.
Report Delivery
The sample should be sent by the 7th of the month, and the report will be delivered after 2-3 weeks.
Test Type
The INFLIXIMAB ANTIBODY Test falls under the category of disorders of the gastrointestinal tract.
Doctor and Test Department
This test is commonly ordered by gastroenterologists and is conducted in the OS department.
Pre Test Information
Prior to sampling, patients should avoid multivitamins and dietary supplements containing biotin and vitamin B7 for 48 hours.
The INFLIXIMAB ANTIBODY Test is a valuable tool for doctors to determine if a person needs to switch to a different medication or adjust their treatment plan. At DNA Labs UAE, we provide accurate and reliable testing services to assist in the diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal disorders.
| Test Name | INFLIXIMAB ANTIBODY Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 3900.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 3 mL (2 mL min.) serum from 1 Red Top (No additive) tube. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Patient should avoid Multivitamins and dietary spplements containing Biotin & Vitamin B7 48 hours prior to sampling.\nDuly filled Test Send Out Consent Formis mandatory .. |
| Report Delivery | Sample by 7th of the month; Report after 2??3 weeks |
| Method | ELISA |
| Test type | Disorders of Gastrointestinal Tract |
| Doctor | Gastroenterologist |
| Test Department: | OS |
| Pre Test Information | Patient should avoid Multivitamins and dietary spplements containing Biotin & Vitamin B7 48 hours prior to sampling. |
| Test Details | The INFLIXIMAB antibody test is a blood test that measures the level of antibodies to the medication infliximab in a person’s blood. Infliximab is a type of medication known as a biologic, which is used to treat inflammatory conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. The test is typically ordered when a person is receiving infliximab treatment and is not responding to the medication as expected. This may indicate that the person has developed antibodies to the medication, which can reduce its effectiveness. The test involves taking a blood sample from the person and sending it to a laboratory for analysis. The results of the test can help doctors determine if a person needs to switch to a different medication or adjust their treatment plan. |
