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Letter from dr today "antibody in blood which may be significant" isnt in itself anything to worry about, needs checking." should i be worried?
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Not necessarily: There are many types of antibodies. Some antibodies are good like igg, igm, and IgA as these are part of the immune system to fight infections. Antibodies can measure a persons response to an infection or immunization. Antibodies that are not helpful are those directed against our own body---called autoantibodies as these may reflect autoimmune disorder. Rather than worry, talk with doc.
Answered 1/12/2015
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