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The short notes about the tests only describe the general nature of the test. Only your doctor can interpret the decision about your results based on your clinical findings and other test results.
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Liver/Kidney Microsome Type 1 Antibodies (LKM Type 1 Liver /Kidney Ab)

Liver/Kidney Microsome Type 1 Antibodies are markers of autoimmune disease such as autoimmune hepatitis (AIH-2), primary biliary cirrhosis or primary sclerosing cholangitis.
Interpretation: Positive LKM-1 Antibodies in blood, indicates that there is a damage in liver caused by hepatitis. This may be confirmed by a aliver biopsy.
Sample: Arm vein blood. Nonfasting
Working day: Everyday
Result Time: Next Day 6:00 PM