Haemophilus Influenza Type B Antibodies (Hib Antibodies)
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Assay |
Haemophilus influenzae type B antibodies (Hib) |
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Key Words |
HIB abs (Functional antibody) , HIB |
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Specimen Collection |
Serum (brown) This test is referred to another centre: Department of Clinical Chemistry and Immunology Level 4 Addenbrookes Hospital NHS Trust Hills Road Cambridge , CB2 2QQ Tel: 01223 217215 |
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Turnaround time |
21 days |
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Test indications |
This test measures antibodies to the HIB. It is used to assess the T cell dependent antibody production pathway. This test is recommended for use in the following clinical conditions: a) Patients, especially children, with recurrent bacterial sepsis; particularly of the upper and lower respiratory tract. b) Patients with invasive disease caused by encapsulated organisms. c) Patients with selective antibody deficiency states and in monitoring immunoglobulin replacement therapy in such patients. d) Immunological reconstitution following Bone Marrow Transplant. e) Patients having haemoglobinopathies or who are due to undergo or who have had a splenectomy should have their levels of antibodies to encapsulated bacteria (i.e. pneumoccocal & Hib) monitored. f) Patients with radiographical evidence of bronchiectasis. Knowledge of vaccine history is imperative for correct interpretation. Specific clinical symtoms are also advantageous. If a poor response if found, patients will be required to be vaccinated and retested 4 week post. Specific interpretation is given for each patient result. |
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Methodology |
Contact referral centre |
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Interferences |
Contact referral centre |
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Reference Range |
Basic Protective Levels: 0.15 µg/mL Optimum Protective Levels: 1.0 µg/mL |
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Analytical error |
Contact referral centre |
