{"product_id":"anaemia-autoimmunity-6114","title":"Anaemia Autoimmunity","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntrinsic Factor antibodies and Gastric Parietal Cell antibodies are autoantibodies linked to autoimmune conditions such as pernicious anaemia and autoimmune gastritis. Intrinsic Factor, produced by the cells in the stomach lining, is crucial for vitamin B12 absorption. When Intrinsic Factor antibodies mistakenly attack this protein, vitamin B12 absorption is impaired, potentially causing pernicious anaemia and neurological issues. Gastric Parietal Cell antibodies target the stomach’s parietal cells, which produce both intrinsic factor and gastric acid. Their presence indicates autoimmune gastritis, often leading to gastric mucosa atrophy and reduced production of intrinsic factor and hydrochloric acid. Both Intrinsic Factor and Gastric Parietal Cell antibodies are associated with vitamin B12 deficiency, making their detection vital for diagnosing and managing autoimmune stomach conditions. Identifying these antibodies can guide treatment strategies and help monitor disease progression, supporting better patient outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTest details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6114\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Routine Pathology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e SST Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection method:\u003c\/strong\u003e CI05.15.01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 Business Days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon clinical applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul class=\"common-conditions\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbdominal pain and bloating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlurred or impaired vision\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepression and irritability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/nutripath.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Other-Health-Conditions.png\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Health Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cul class=\"common-conditions\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFatigue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInflamed and smooth tongue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMemory loss and confusion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/nutripath.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Nutritional-and-Dietary-Symptoms.png\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNutritional and Dietary Symptoms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cul class=\"common-conditions\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePernicious Anaemia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTingling or numbness in hands and feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eResources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nutripath.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/6114-%E2%80%93-ANAEMIA-AUTOIMMUNITY-VIT-B12.pdf\"\u003ePatient Brochure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nutripath.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/6114-Anaemia-Autoimmunity-Vit-B12.pdf\"\u003eSample Report\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis test should be ordered and interpreted with guidance from a qualified healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Test information is general only. Results should be interpreted with a qualified health practitioner and do not replace medical advice or diagnosis.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NutriPATH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43256764661822,"sku":"NUTRIPATH-6114","price":116.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/6371\/9486\/files\/logo-circleonly-450x450_58963f7e-0a48-4220-8b78-32c9234cfd53.png?v=1787890071","url":"https:\/\/northshorehealthclinic.com.au\/products\/anaemia-autoimmunity-6114","provider":"NSHC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}