METHODS OF DIAGNOSING INFLAMMATORY DISEASES OF INTESTINE

摘要

The present invention provides methods of diagnosing an inflammatory disease of the intestine (IDI) based on detecting altered levels of individual antibody classes and/or subclasses that are specific for Tf-like and/or Tn-like antigens. Additionally, the present invention provides diagnostic methods based on detecting altered levels of two or more antibody classes and/or subclasses that are specific for Tf-like and/or Tn-like antigens. A discriminant function analysis is provided, which reflects the alterations of the levels of two or more antibody classes and/or subclasses that are specific for Tf-like and/or Tn-like antigens. Methods of treating an IDI are also provided.