Eurofins Biomnis code

IGD

Synonyms

• Immunoglobulins D

Specialty

Haematology

Clinical significance

Membrane-bound antibodies found on B-lymphocytes. IgD accounts for only 0,3% of total circulating antibody and its exact role is poorly understood although it seems likely that IgD acts a cellular antigen receptor.

Preanalytics

• 1 mL :
• serum
•   FROZEN before sending

• A tube specifically for this analysis : No

Further information

Freeze the sample within 1 hour after sampling

Methodology

Immuno turbidimetry

Turnaround time

1 week