Guest guest Posted January 17, 2002 Report Share Posted January 17, 2002 IgE is an allergy indicator and an immunoglobulin class all its own. IgA and IgG have subclasses. Depending on the IgE level it could mean allergies or a condition called Job's syndrome (Hyper IgE). What was the IgE level? I could assume that high IgA would be a good thing as IgA coates the stomach and sinuses (among others) and that bacteria would have a hard time setting in. Ursula Holleman Macey's mom (6 yr. old with CVID, asthma, sinus disease, GERD, Sensory Integration Disorder, Diabetes Insipidus, colonic inertia) http://maceyh.home.att.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 9, 2002 Report Share Posted August 9, 2002 No, not the grocery store. Anyway, anyone out there know what an IgA is and what is supposed to be normal? His TSH came back higher than I would like. It is still in the normal range but the endocrinologist told me they like to keep the numbers on the low side. I hate these tests when they give you the results and no range. Karyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 9, 2002 Report Share Posted August 9, 2002 id have to dig out my lab book, i know what it is, but cant remember what is the norm range, not a usual draw. I know nathan has low immunoglobin g's-the subclasses, which is why he is soo sick often and for long periods of times. even his vaccines dont take, two weeks later when they teiter often little to nothing in their draws. shawna. --- KVanRyzin@... wrote: > No, not the grocery store. Anyway, anyone out there > know what an IgA is and > what is supposed to be normal? His TSH came back > higher than I would like. It > is still in the normal range but the endocrinologist > told me they like to > keep the numbers on the low side. > I hate these tests when they give you the results > and no range. > > Karyn > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 29, 2003 Report Share Posted October 29, 2003 Hi Ann, Hope I can explain this. If I am wrong about any of this, anybody feel free to correct me! When I began seeing a new rheumy, he ran a blood test called Quantitative Immunoglobulins. I believe immunoglobulins are proteins that are part of the immune system. There are different types, some being IgA, IgG and IgM. All have slightly different functions. For example, IgA is present in mucous membranes like inside your nose, as a " first line " defense against viruses, etc. My IgA was so low it wasn't measurable. IgG was normal and IgM was high, which could be trying to compensate for the low IgA. After we got these results the first time, I saw a hematologist who explained alot for me. But that was about 2+ years ago, and I don't remember that much. I think someone can be IgA deficient for no reason. Since this hadn't been detected in me before, the hematologist theorized it may be from the Stills or from all the meds I'd been on over the years?? Once again, no definite answers. I hope I explained this ok - if anyone can add or correct anything, please do so!! Trish in PA Re: New member (again) > > What is IgA? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 29, 2003 Report Share Posted October 29, 2003 Hi Ann, Hope I can explain this. If I am wrong about any of this, anybody feel free to correct me! When I began seeing a new rheumy, he ran a blood test called Quantitative Immunoglobulins. I believe immunoglobulins are proteins that are part of the immune system. There are different types, some being IgA, IgG and IgM. All have slightly different functions. For example, IgA is present in mucous membranes like inside your nose, as a " first line " defense against viruses, etc. My IgA was so low it wasn't measurable. IgG was normal and IgM was high, which could be trying to compensate for the low IgA. After we got these results the first time, I saw a hematologist who explained alot for me. But that was about 2+ years ago, and I don't remember that much. I think someone can be IgA deficient for no reason. Since this hadn't been detected in me before, the hematologist theorized it may be from the Stills or from all the meds I'd been on over the years?? Once again, no definite answers. I hope I explained this ok - if anyone can add or correct anything, please do so!! Trish in PA Re: New member (again) > > What is IgA? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2006 Report Share Posted May 18, 2006 I've read and heard some good things about its antifungal properties. Maybe others will report personal experiences. Was this a general IGA of sorts or a specific IGA to.... a virus? The rest I'll leave to others. - Stan > > Listmates, > My son's IgA came back high at 174. I've been reading posts back and forth on the Ig topic. Sorry I didn't pay closer attention! His IgE was on the low end at 50 and his IgG was reight in the middle. I know these numbers have something to do with his immunity issues, but not sure how to read. Also, his T4 was low at 5.6. He also had high CO2 and high hemoglobin. Anyone have any better experience decoding these numbers! Thanks! > Beth > ps. DAN did mention using biotin to start using. What is anyone's experience with this? I understand it is a natural product. On the list sheet he gave me it says it can decrease testosterone. Has anyone used it for that? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2006 Report Share Posted May 18, 2006 I've read and heard some good things about its antifungal properties. Maybe others will report personal experiences. Was this a general IGA of sorts or a specific IGA to.... a virus? The rest I'll leave to others. - Stan > > Listmates, > My son's IgA came back high at 174. I've been reading posts back and forth on the Ig topic. Sorry I didn't pay closer attention! His IgE was on the low end at 50 and his IgG was reight in the middle. I know these numbers have something to do with his immunity issues, but not sure how to read. Also, his T4 was low at 5.6. He also had high CO2 and high hemoglobin. Anyone have any better experience decoding these numbers! Thanks! > Beth > ps. DAN did mention using biotin to start using. What is anyone's experience with this? I understand it is a natural product. On the list sheet he gave me it says it can decrease testosterone. Has anyone used it for that? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2006 Report Share Posted May 18, 2006 As I understand a high IGA marker means a current infection of some sort. I would either call the doctor or the lab and look more closely at this. - Stan > > > > Listmates, > > My son's IgA came back high at 174. I've been reading posts back and forth on the Ig topic. > Sorry I didn't pay closer attention! His IgE was on the low end at 50 and his IgG was reight in > the middle. I know these numbers have something to do with his immunity issues, but not > sure how to read. Also, his T4 was low at 5.6. He also had high CO2 and high hemoglobin. > Anyone have any better experience decoding these numbers! Thanks! > > Beth > > ps. DAN did mention using biotin to start using. What is anyone's experience with this? I > understand it is a natural product. On the list sheet he gave me it says it can decrease > testosterone. Has anyone used it for that? > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2006 Report Share Posted May 18, 2006 As I understand a high IGA marker means a current infection of some sort. I would either call the doctor or the lab and look more closely at this. - Stan > > > > Listmates, > > My son's IgA came back high at 174. I've been reading posts back and forth on the Ig topic. > Sorry I didn't pay closer attention! His IgE was on the low end at 50 and his IgG was reight in > the middle. I know these numbers have something to do with his immunity issues, but not > sure how to read. Also, his T4 was low at 5.6. He also had high CO2 and high hemoglobin. > Anyone have any better experience decoding these numbers! Thanks! > > Beth > > ps. DAN did mention using biotin to start using. What is anyone's experience with this? I > understand it is a natural product. On the list sheet he gave me it says it can decrease > testosterone. Has anyone used it for that? > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2006 Report Share Posted May 19, 2006 Stan, The IgA was done on an order for blood work. He ordered a myriad of tests to be done. I think this was an "in general" test, but not completely sure. He did a swab for strep that came back neg. mb Re: IgA I've read and heard some good things about its antifungal properties. Maybe others will report personal experiences.Was this a general IGA of sorts or a specific IGA to.... a virus? The rest I'll leave to others.- Stan>> Listmates,> My son's IgA came back high at 174. I've been reading posts back and forth on the Ig topic. Sorry I didn't pay closer attention! His IgE was on the low end at 50 and his IgG was reight in the middle. I know these numbers have something to do with his immunity issues, but not sure how to read. Also, his T4 was low at 5.6. He also had high CO2 and high hemoglobin. Anyone have any better experience decoding these numbers! Thanks!> Beth> ps. DAN did mention using biotin to start using. What is anyone's experience with this? I understand it is a natural product. On the list sheet he gave me it says it can decrease testosterone. Has anyone used it for that?> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2006 Report Share Posted May 19, 2006 Stan, The IgA was done on an order for blood work. He ordered a myriad of tests to be done. I think this was an "in general" test, but not completely sure. He did a swab for strep that came back neg. mb Re: IgA I've read and heard some good things about its antifungal properties. Maybe others will report personal experiences.Was this a general IGA of sorts or a specific IGA to.... a virus? The rest I'll leave to others.- Stan>> Listmates,> My son's IgA came back high at 174. I've been reading posts back and forth on the Ig topic. Sorry I didn't pay closer attention! His IgE was on the low end at 50 and his IgG was reight in the middle. I know these numbers have something to do with his immunity issues, but not sure how to read. Also, his T4 was low at 5.6. He also had high CO2 and high hemoglobin. Anyone have any better experience decoding these numbers! Thanks!> Beth> ps. DAN did mention using biotin to start using. What is anyone's experience with this? I understand it is a natural product. On the list sheet he gave me it says it can decrease testosterone. Has anyone used it for that?> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 Ore question Level of IgA is more in: 1- saliva> serum > breast milk > tears 2- serum > saliva > breast milk > tears 3- saliva > breast milk > tears > serum Regards Balsam Sent from my iPhone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 2, 2012 Report Share Posted March 2, 2012 I think it's 3. Correct me plz if I m wrong.Sent from my iPhoneOn 2, مار چ 2012, at 7:30 PM, Balsam Majid <balsam_majid@...> wrote: Ore question Level of IgA is more in: 1- saliva> serum > breast milk > tears 2- serum > saliva > breast milk > tears 3- saliva > breast milk > tears > serum Regards Balsam Sent from my iPhone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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