What Are the Challenges in Using Immunoglobulin Levels in Toxicology?
While immunoglobulin levels can be informative, several challenges exist:
- Variability: Immunoglobulin levels can vary significantly between individuals due to genetic factors, age, and overall health. This variability can complicate the interpretation of results. - Non-Specificity: Changes in immunoglobulin levels are not always specific to toxic exposures and may result from infections or other non-toxicological factors. - Lack of Standardization: There is a need for standardized methods and reference ranges to ensure consistent and accurate interpretation of immunoglobulin levels in toxicology studies.
