Autoimmune Gastritis Profile
Confirms pernicious anaemia as the cause of B12 deficiency.
Also known as: parietal cell antibody, intrinsic factor antibody, pernicious anaemia
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We can collect this sample at your home, free of charge. Book a home visit.
- Turnaround
- 5–7 working days
- Preparation
- No fasting needed. Eat and drink normally.
- Sample
- Blood sample
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About this test
In pernicious anaemia the stomach lining is attacked, and with it the intrinsic factor needed to absorb vitamin B12. Establishing this as the mechanism matters practically: it means B12 has to be replaced by injection lifelong, not by tablets.
What it measures
- Parietal cell antibody
- Intrinsic factor antibody
A note on results. A single test is one part of a clinical picture, not a diagnosis. Discuss your report with a qualified doctor, who will read it alongside your history and examination.
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- Autoimmune
- Anaemia & fatigue
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