Anti-GBM Kidney Function Test | Lahalak Platform

Accurately check Anti-GBM antibodies to support early diagnosis of immune-related kidney disorders, safeguarding your kidney function and preventing long-term damage before symptoms appear.

Prices starts from: 190.07 SAR

Scientific name: Anti-Glomerular Basement Membrane (Anti-GBM) Antibodies Test

The analysis of anti-glomerular basement membrane antibodies (Anti Glomerular Basement Membrane, GBM) is a laboratory test used to detect the presence of antibodies in the blood that react with the basement membrane in the kidneys. This test is essential for diagnosing certain autoimmune disorders, such as autoimmune glomerulonephritis, which can l...

Anti-Glomerular Basement Membrane (Anti-GBM) Antibodies Test - Protect Your Kidney Health Test
Service type Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration 10-15 minutes
Fasting Fasting is not required
Prices Starting from 190.07 SAR

Included Services

  • Anti Glomerular Basement Membrane, GBM Test
  • The optimal health guidance based on the result.
  • Personal support services from Lahalak

Medical Service Information

Purpose Test

  • Immune-mediated kidney inflammation: such as glomerulonephritis associated with autoimmune diseases.
  • Goodpasture’s disease: a rare condition that damages the kidneys and lungs, where antibodies attack the basement membrane.
  • Diagnosis of immune disorders: helps identify immune-related disorders affecting kidney function.

Recommended groups

  • Individuals with kidney inflammation symptoms: such as swelling of the feet, high blood pressure, and changes in urine color (e.g., bloody or cloudy urine).
  • Individuals with lung diseases: especially if there are symptoms suggesting lung inflammation (e.g., persistent cough and difficulty breathing) along with signs of kidney problems.
  • People with a family history of autoimmune diseases: as they may be more susceptible to conditions like Goodpasture’s disease.
  • Patients with unexplained acute kidney failure: to investigate potential causes of kidney failure.
  • Individuals diagnosed with other immune disorders: to assess the impact of these diseases on kidney function.

Symptoms indicative

  • Acute kidney failure: a sudden increase in creatinine levels or noticeable changes in kidney function.
  • Hematuria: presence of blood in the urine, whether visible or microscopic.
  • Proteinuria: abnormal increase in protein levels in the urine.
  • Systemic symptoms: such as fever, weight loss, or general fatigue.
  • Respiratory symptoms: such as coughing with blood, or difficulty breathing, if there are signs of lung involvement.
  • Family or personal history of autoimmune diseases: such as immune-mediated kidney diseases or lupus.

FAQs

  • What is the Anti-GBM Test? It is a test used to detect antibodies that attack the glomerular basement membrane in the kidneys, which can lead to kidney damage.
  • When should this test be performed? It is usually performed in cases of acute kidney failure, hematuria, proteinuria, or when an autoimmune disease affecting the kidneys is suspected.
  • How is the test performed? A blood sample (or sometimes a urine or tissue sample) is taken and sent to the laboratory for analysis.
  • What results can appear? A positive test result indicates the presence of antibodies and may suggest a disease such as immune-mediated glomerulonephritis.
  • What factors can affect the test results? Some medications or other health conditions may affect the results, so all medications should be reported to the doctor.
  • Are there any risks in performing this test? The test is generally safe, though there may be slight discomfort when drawing blood.

Normal Levels

  • Negative result: indicates no antibodies against the glomerular basement membrane.

Conditions & Notices

  • The terms and conditions announced on the "Lahalak" medical platform apply.
  • There are no special conditions for the service other than those mentioned.

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