Direct Immunofluorescence (DIF) Test | Lahalak Platform
Advanced analysis to diagnose autoimmune and bullous skin diseases by detecting antibodies attacking the skin, guiding the physician toward the correct treatment.
Scientific name: Direct Immunofluorescence (DIF) Skin Biopsy
Immunohistochemical assay is performed on a skin biopsy specimen. The specimen is treated and stained with fluorescent antibodies directed against proteins of the human immune system (IgG, IgA, IgM, C3). Under a fluorescence microscope, the assay reveals the presence, pattern, and location of these antibodies or complement in the skin layers. It is...
Service type
Diagnostic Skin Biopsy
Duration
20-30 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Detailed immunohistochemical analysis of skin biopsy
- Consult a dermatologist and dermatologist (dermatopathologist) to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required
- The most important requirement: The biopsy must be taken and immediately placed in a special refrigerated transport medium (such as Medium Michel) and not in formalin. Placing it in regular formalin destroys the immunoglobulins and invalidates the test. It is essential to ensure that the treating physician and the laboratory are in contact regarding this matter.
- The sample should be taken from the correct location (the healthy skin immediately adjacent to the lesion, not from the center of the ulcer).
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