{"product_id":"diabetes-t1-autoimmunity-6113","title":"Diabetes T1 Autoimmunity","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Diabetes Type 1 Autoimmunity Profile is an essential test designed to identify specific autoantibodies linked to Type 1 diabetes, an autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. This profile includes the assessment of Islet Antigen 2 (IA-2) autoantibodies and Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase antibodies (GAD Abs), both of which play a key role in the development of the disease. The presence of these autoantibodies signals an increased risk of developing Type 1 diabetes and can help distinguish it from Type 2 diabetes, which has different underlying mechanisms. Common symptoms such as increased thirst, frequent urination, and unexplained weight loss may prompt testing for these autoantibodies. Early detection is crucial for timely intervention and effective management, helping prevent complications like neuropathy, retinopathy, and cardiovascular disease. Understanding the results enables proactive measures in diabetes management, supporting overall health and fostering collaboration between healthcare providers and patients to manage this chronic condition effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTest details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6113\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\u003eWhat is measured\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul class=\"analytes\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGlutamic Acid Decarboxylase Antibodies (GAD Abs)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIslet Antigen 2 (IA-2) Autoantibodies\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon clinical applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul class=\"common-conditions\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlurred vision\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtreme hunger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFatigue and weakness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequent urination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncreased thirst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnexplained weight loss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eResources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nutripath.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/6113-%E2%80%93-DIABETES-T1-AUTOIMMUNITY.pdf\"\u003ePatient Brochure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\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":43256766398526,"sku":"NUTRIPATH-6113","price":116.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/6371\/9486\/files\/logo-circleonly-450x450_4c9b0e2e-1ba2-4783-9df1-3ab0d7bcd3e4.png?v=1787890077","url":"https:\/\/northshorehealthclinic.com.au\/products\/diabetes-t1-autoimmunity-6113","provider":"NSHC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}