Basic biochemistry, Page 9

This test determines the presence of IgG autoantibodies against pancreatic islet cells (Islet Cell Antibodies – ICA) using the indirect immunofluorescence (IF) method. These...

This test measures the level of ICTP, a fragment of type I collagen released during its breakdown. It serves as a marker of bone resorption and provides information about the...

The IgG1–IgG4 test measures the levels of four IgG antibody subclasses in the blood.

The immunofixation test is a laboratory method focused on identifying specific types of antibodies (immunoglobulins) in blood or urine.

This test measures the blood level of insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), a key mediator of growth hormone activity. IGF-1 is produced mainly in the liver, and its...

This test measures the concentration of iodine in urine and is used to assess the current iodine status of the body. Since most dietary iodine is excreted in urine, urinary...

The iron test is a blood test that measures the level of iron in the blood.

The lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) test measures the level of the LDH enzyme in the blood, which plays a role in cellular energy metabolism.  

The lipase test is a blood test that measures the level of lipase, an enzyme produced by the pancreas.

The Lp(a) test measures the level of lipoprotein(a) in the blood, which is a specific type of lipoprotein similar to LDL cholesterol.

The magnesium test is a blood test that measures the level of magnesium in the blood.

This blood test detects antibodies against myeloperoxidase (MPO), an enzyme found in neutrophils.