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Zinc transporter 8 antibodies

Blood sugar and diabetes · also printed as ZnT8 antibodies, Anti-ZnT8, ZnT8A, Zinc transporter antibodies

Typical UK adult rangebelow 15 U/mL

Ranges vary between laboratories; the range printed on the report takes precedence.

What this test measures

Zinc transporter 8 antibodies are the third of the common antibodies against the insulin-producing cells. They add to GAD and IA-2 when those are negative.

Why doctors request it

Requested by diabetes specialists to complete the antibody picture when the type of diabetes is uncertain.

What commonly pushes it up

What commonly pushes it down

Everyday reasons for a value outside the range

About the sample

No fasting needed.

Written by a UK consultant physician. Typical UK adult reference ranges; your laboratory's own printed range takes precedence.

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This is an educational summary of results you uploaded. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis or a treatment plan, and it does not replace the doctor who requested the test. If you are worried, or a result is marked outside range, discuss it with your doctor. Written and reviewed by a UK consultant physician. Reference ranges vary between laboratories.