{"product_id":"antistoffen-tegen-parietale-cellen-maagontsteking","title":"Parietal Cell Antibodies","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat are Parietal Cell Antibodies?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eParietal cell antibodies are immune proteins produced mistakenly by the body against the cells in the stomach lining that produce stomach acid and intrinsic factor. These antibodies may indicate the presence of autoimmune gastritis, a condition that can lead to stomach inflammation and other gastric issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy should you test for Parietal Cell Antibodies?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis test is particularly relevant for individuals experiencing symptoms of stomach inflammation, such as abdominal pain, nausea, and unusual weight loss, or for those with an increased risk of autoimmune diseases. It can also assist in the diagnosis of pernicious anemia, a condition caused by a vitamin B12 deficiency due to the loss of intrinsic factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe presence of parietal cell antibodies indicates a possible autoimmune reaction against the stomach lining, which may result in reduced production of stomach acid and intrinsic factor, essential for vitamin B12 absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does a high level of Parietal Cell Antibodies mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA high level of these antibodies suggests an active autoimmune reaction against the parietal cells of the stomach, which can lead to autoimmune gastritis and potentially increases the risk of pernicious anemia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat does a low level of Parietal Cell Antibodies mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA low or non-detectable level of parietal cell antibodies is normal and indicates that an autoimmune reaction against the stomach cells is likely not occurring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47681161527642,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/6816\/2394\/files\/Antistoffentegenparietalecellenmaagontsteking.png?v=1755941903","url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/nl\/products\/antistoffen-tegen-parietale-cellen-maagontsteking","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}