TABLE 1 Classification of Patients Based on Serological Study Results along with Available Serum Gastrin Levels
Classification for Autoimmune Gastritis | Serological Autoantibodies | Median Serum Gastrin Levels, pg/mL |
|---|---|---|
Positive (N = 13) | 7 (+PC; −IF) | 581 (N = 7) |
1 (−PC; +IF) | ||
4 (+PC; IF not tested) | ||
1 (+IF; PC not tested) | ||
Negative (N = 6) | 6 (−PC; −IF) | 120 (N = 2) |
Indeterminate (N = 21) | 10 with partial testing | 809 (N = 6) |
2 (−PC) | ||
6 (−IF) | ||
2 (gastrin testing only) | ||
11 with no testing |
