What does high immunoglobulin indicate?
Disease description:
Hello doctor, recently I've been experiencing itchy nose and runny clear nasal discharge. Today I went to the hospital for a checkup, and my blood test showed elevated immunoglobulin levels. I would like to know what high immunoglobulin indicates.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Aihua
Elevated immunoglobulins indicate that the patient may have an immune system disorder, possibly accompanied by some type of infection or disease. Increased levels can also suggest hepatitis, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases, cancer, lymphoproliferative disorders, or exposure to radiation therapy. Elevated immunoglobulins may also reflect conditions such as osteoarthritis, lung diseases, bacterial or viral infections, multiple sclerosis, allergic reactions, hypoglycemia, cirrhosis, or kidney disease. Testing immunoglobulin levels helps analyze abnormalities in the development or function of a patient's immune system and guides more effective treatment strategies. Furthermore, research has shown that immunoglobulin testing can effectively predict and monitor the risk of progression and recurrence in certain cancers, such as leukemia, ovarian cancer, and liver cancer. This enables physicians to take appropriate measures, such as more frequent monitoring and earlier diagnosis and treatment, to protect patient health.
