Total Immunoglobulin G (IgG)

Immunology

Normal Reference Ranges

Adult

700 - 1600 mg/dL

Pediatric

Varies by age mg/dL

Clinical Significance

Primary antibody responsible for long-term humoral immunity. Significant reductions lead to recurrent sinopulmonary bacterial infections.

Causes of High

  • Chronic infections
  • Autoimmune disease (Lupus, RA)
  • Multiple myeloma (IgG type)
  • Chronic active hepatitis

Causes of Low

  • Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID)
  • Severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID)
  • Protein-losing enteropathy
  • Nephrotic syndrome