Would measuring human IgA on the sample be of any help?
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> From: Steve Goodall <[log in to unmask]>
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: milk
> Date: Monday, August 10, 1998 1:05 PM
>
> Now that the silly season is upon us, may I venture to air the
> following question:
> A GP phoned last Friday. A 32 year old non-pregnant female had
> presented with a bottle containing what she claimed was her own
> breast milk. At this stage the GP is not interested in investigating
> galactorrhoea, but would like to establish whether the sample is
> truly her breast milk (as opposed to cow's milk etc). The GP says
> the sample "does not smell like breast milk" but, not being an expert
> in these matters, I am unable to comment. The sample is slightly
> pink, and appears to contain blood, but has not been tested for
> anything yet.
>
> Any suggestions please?
>
> Steve Goodall
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