Ansary labs provides natural killer test by flowcytometry
Immune cells in the uterus are important in the early detection and elimination of foreign cells, such as infections or cancer. These immune cells are normally present in every person as part of their immune system.
Women who have fertility problems, specifically miscarriage or unsuccessful IVF are more likely to have higher levels of activity of these 'Natural Killer cells' [NK cells] than other women. High natural killer cell activity is a form of immunological infertility It is now important to include Natural killer testing as part of screening for infertility .
For patients with a diagnosis of ‘high Natural Killer Cell Activity’ possible immune suppressive therapy is recommended. In pregnancy those options include
* Prednisolone
* Intravenous immunoglobulin IVIG
