ISLET CELL ANTIBODY
60230 minProduct features
- Convenient home testing for Islet Cell Antibodies.
- Early detection aids in proactive diabetes management.
- Timely treatment adjustments for personalized care.
- Available across Dubai and the UAE.
- Affordable pricing starting from AED 200.
Author Details
Written By
Dr. Fatima Ali
MBBS, MD
Supervised By
Dr. Ananya Rao
MD (Microbiology)
ISLET CELL ANTIBODY
Home Islet Cell Antibody testing for early detection of autoimmune diabetes, enabling timely treatment adjustments and personalised care across Dubai and the UAE.
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The Islet Cell Antibody (ICA) test detects autoantibodies directed against the insulin-producing islet cells of the pancreas, indicating autoimmune activity that can lead to type 1 diabetes or latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA). Performed on a blood sample collected at home by a trained phlebotomist, the test identifies immune markers that help classify the cause of hyperglycaemia and predict disease progression.
This test is important for distinguishing autoimmune diabetes from type 2 diabetes, guiding timely treatment decisions such as earlier insulin initiation, and informing personalised follow-up with endocrinology. Results are reported qualitatively or quantitatively depending on the parameter; positive antibody findings should be interpreted by a physician in the context of clinical presentation and other laboratory values. Home sample collection is available across Dubai and the UAE, with secure transport to accredited laboratories and prompt reporting in line with local healthcare standards.
Parameters Measured
- Islet Cell Antibody (ICA)
- Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase Antibody (GAD65 Ab)
- Insulin Autoantibody (IAA)
- Islet Antigen‑2 Antibody (IA‑2 Ab)
- Zinc Transporter 8 Antibody (ZnT8 Ab)
When to Test it?
- New‑onset hyperglycaemia with suspected autoimmune cause
- Young patients or children with rapid insulin requirement
- Adults with atypical diabetes or suspected LADA
- Unexplained weight loss or recurrent diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
- Family members of patients with type 1 diabetes for risk assessment
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Benefits Includes:
- Early detection of autoimmune diabetes risk and classification
- Guides personalised treatment decisions, including insulin planning
- Helps avoid inappropriate oral glucose‑lowering therapy
- Enables risk counselling and targeted monitoring for relatives
- Convenient home collection and accredited laboratory reporting across Dubai/UAE
Doctor Recommended Checkups
Test requirements:
- At‑home blood sample collection by trained phlebotomist (venous sample)
- No fasting required for antibody testing
- Inform the collector/doctor about recent immunotherapies, IVIG, or immunosuppressants
Author Details
Written By
Dr. Fatima Ali
MBBS, MD
Supervised By
Dr. Ananya Rao
MD (Microbiology)
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Frequently asked questions
Islet Cell Antibody testing checks for autoimmune responses that destroy insulin-producing cells, helping diagnose diabetes early.
A trained technician will visit your home to collect a blood sample, ensuring convenience and comfort.
Early detection allows for timely interventions, potentially preventing complications and promoting better long-term health outcomes.
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