Parietal Cell Antibody near me in Mysore

The parietal cell antibody test is done to help in the diagnosis of pernicious anemia. In this condition, the body's immune system fails to distinguish between foreign and self, thus attacking its own cells by developing antibodies against the parietal cells. The parietal cells in the stomach produce an intrinsic factor, which helps absorb vitamin B12.

The parietal cell antibody test is recommended as a follow-up test. In case a routine test shows decreased vitamin B12 levels, this test is recommended and it is not frequently ordered. The reference values of this test are - negative: < 20.0 units and positive: > 25.0 units. The parietal cell antibody test results are not evaluated in isolation. It is taken into consideration along with other laboratory tests to reach a diagnosis.