CSF, N-methyl-D-Aspartate Receptor (NMDAR) Antibody, IgG by CBA-IFA, with Reflex to Titer Build info
Synonyms |
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Short Name |
NMDA RECEPTOR AB BY CBA-IFA, CSF RFX TITER |
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Procedure Master Number |
LAB11502 |
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Procedure ID |
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Clinical Info |
Anti-NMDA receptor IgG antibody is found in a subset of patients with autoimmune limbic encephalitis and may occur with or without associated tumor. Decreasing antibody levels may be associated with therapeutic response; therefore, clinical correlation must be strongly considered. A negative test result does not rule out a diagnosis of autoimmune limbic encephalitis. |
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Specimen Type |
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Container |
CSF Tube |
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Collection Instructions |
Container/Tube: Standard transport tube |
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Transport Instructions |
Refrigerated. |
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Specimen Stability |
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Methodology |
Semi-Quantitative Indirect Fluorescent Antibody |
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Days Performed |
Tuesday and Friday |
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Performing Laboratory |
ARUP Laboratories |
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CPT |
86255; if reflexed, add 86256 |
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PDM |
1759244 |
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Results |
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