A range of tests in the investigation and management of women with infertility, recurrent miscarriage and failed IVF treatment. RIC is the United Kingdom's only laboratory to perform extensive cutting edge reproductive
immunology tests. These include:
- NK cytotoxicity testing (including suppression
testing with steroids, IVIg and intralipid)
- NK CD69 assay
- Th1\Th2 cytokine profile assays
- An
ti Thyroid Peroxidase (TPO) antibodies
- Anti Nuclear Antibodies
- Factor V Leiden Mutation Analysis
- Prothrombin Gene Mutation Analysis
- Lymphocyte Subsets
- Anti Cardiolipin Antibodies
The centre has been established to provide a comprehensive range of tests important in the investigation and management of women with infertility, recurrent miscarriage and failed IVF treatment. Established in 2005, RIC provides a reproductive immunology testing service for clinicians and other laboratories in the UK. We are the only laboratory in the UK that provides these tests in the field of infertility. Our tests are performed by registered scientists with expertise in both flow cytometry and cell culture techniques. We pride ourselves on our fast and efficient service. We believe that a better understanding of the role of the immune system in pregnancy is vital and to that end we are actively involved in research and development to ensure that the tests we offer are useful to both clinicians and patients. RIC was founded through collaboration between a Consultant Immunologist, a fertility specialist and scientists with an interest and experience in immunological testing, ensuring we can provide a comprehensive and reliable service.
