Immunology
Immunological tests are used to diagnose and monitor a range of disorders effecting the immune system. This includes tests for allergic disease, autoimmune conditions and monitoring the level of T-lymphocytes, the cells that disappear after HIV infection. The RCPAQAP immunology program has EQA programs covering over 50 diagnostic immunological tests.
Anti-nuclear Antibodies
Serum – 500 μL provided to determine the presence of Anti-nuclear antibodies including pattern, titre and appropriate commentary.
Frequency / Number of samples
10 surveys / 2 samples per survey
Tests
Anti-Nuclear Antibodies pattern, Anti-Nuclear Antibodies titre
Anti-Saccharomyces cerevisiae Antibodies
Serum – 500 μL provided for the quantitation and qualitative assessment of Anti-Saccharomyces cerevisiae antibodies (IgG, IgA)
Frequency / Number of samples
6 surveys / 1 sample per survey
Tests
Anti-Saccharomyces cerevisiae IgA and IgG antibodies
Antiphospholipid Antibodies
Serum – 500 μL provided for quantitation and qualitative assessment of Anti-cardiolipin and Anti-Beta 2-Glycoprotein 1 antibodies (IgG, IgA and IgM)
Frequency / Number of samples
8 surveys / 1 sample per survey
Tests
Cardiolipin IgG, IgA and IgM antibodies, β2 Glycoprotein 1 IgG, IgA and IgM antibodies
Bee Venom IgE
Serum – 500 μL provided for the quantitation and qualitative assessment of Specific IgE to Bee Venom
Frequency / Number of samples
8 surveys / 1 sample per survey
Tests
Specific IgE to Bee Venom (Apis mellifera)
Case Study Program
This is an online only program (no sample testing) that provides 5 Immunology clinical cases throughout the year. Program is available to all staff from an enrolled site. Individual enrolments are also available.
Frequency / Number of samples
5 cases per year (no sample testing)
Tests
Immunology clinical case studies
Coeliac Serology
Serum – 500 μL provided for quantitation and qualitative assessment of Coeliac disease antibodies (Deaminated Gliadin antibodies, Tissue Transglutaminase antibodies, Endomysial antibodies)
Frequency / Number of samples
8 surveys / 1 sample per survey
Tests
Deamidated Gliadin IgG and IgA, Tissue transglutaminase IgG and IgA, Endomysial antibodies
Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide
Serum – 500 μL provided for quantitation and qualitative assessment of Cyclic citrullinated peptide antibody
Frequency / Number of samples
8 surveys / 1 sample per survey
Tests
Cyclic citrullinated peptide antibody
Drug Allergens
Serum – 500 μL provided for quantitation and qualitative assessment of Specific IgE to a range of Drug Allergens (Latex, Morphine, Chlorhexidine, Penicilloyl V, Penicilloyl G, Cefaclor, Suxamethonium (Succinylcholine), Ampicilloyl, Amoxicilloyl)
Frequency / Number of samples
4 surveys / 1 sample per survey
Tests
Specific IgE to Latex, Morphine, Chlorhexidine, Penicilloyl V, Penicilloyl G, Cefaclor, Suxamethonium (Succinylcholine), Ampicilloyl, Amoxicilloyl
Food Allergy
Serum – 500 μL provided for quantitation and qualitative assessment of Specific IgE to a range of Food Allergens (Prawn, Peanut, Cashew, Cow Milk, Egg, Sesame Seed, Soy, Wheat Grain, Omega 5-gliadin, Ovomucoid, Ara-h2)
Frequency / Number of samples
8 surveys / 1 sample per survey
Tests
Specific IgE to Prawn, Peanut, Cashew, Cow Milk, Egg, Sesame Seed, Soy, Wheat Grain, Omega 5-gliadin, Ovomucoid, Ara-h2
Fungal & Avian Antibodies
Serum – 500 μL provided for qualitative assessment of Fungal and Avian antibodies (IgG antibodies to Aspergillus fumigatus, Budgie, Pigeon)
Frequency / Number of samples
4 surveys / 1 sample per survey
Tests
IgG antibodies to Aspergillus fumigatus, IgG antibodies to Budgie, IgG antibodies to Pigeon
High Sensitivity CRP
Serum – 500 μL provided for quantitation of high sensitivity C Reactive Protein (<20mg/L)
Frequency / Number of samples
8 surveys / 1 sample per survey
Tests
High Sensitivity CRP
HLA B27 Status
Lithium Heparin Whole Blood with commercial cell stabilizer – 1.5 mL, EDTA samples can be provided on request. Provided to determine the presence of Human Leukocyte Antigen B27
Frequency / Number of samples
8 surveys / 1 samples per survey
Tests
Human Leukocyte Antigen B27
