Secretory IgA (sIgA)

LABOKLIN Service ID: 284


mucosa-associated inflammatory parameter

Material

faeces

Method

ELISA

Species list

dog, cat

Duration

1–5 working days

Remark

  • As part of the adaptive and mucosa-associated immune system, sIgA protects against infections. In chronic inflammatory bowel disease, recurrent infections and atopy, sIgA levels may be reduced. Elevated levels indicate an increased immune response, e.g. to defend against enteropathogens or food allergens.
  • Testing for sIgA is also part of the Dysbiosis Profile (see Profiles/Screenings – Small Animals / Faecal Profiles).