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Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase (GAD) Autoantibody Blood Test
A GAD Autoantibody Blood Test is useful to diagnose insulin dependent diabetes mellitus.
Test Code: 34878
Also Known As: Glutamic Acid Antibody
Methodology: Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Preparation: Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.
Test Results: 8 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.
Test Code: 143008
Also Known As: Glutamic Acid Antibody
Methodology: Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
Preparation: Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.
Test Results: 4-5 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.
Description
This antibody is useful to diagnose insulin dependent diabetes mellitus. This test may also be helpful when trying to assess risk for development of Type I diabetes, to predict the onset of Type I diabetes, and risk of development of related endocrine disorders, and thyroiditis.
