Use

The Hemiplegic Migraine Panel is indicated for diagnostic evaluation of individuals with hemiplegic migraine (HM), a rare migraine subtype characterized by aura with temporary numbness or muscle weakness—typically unilateral—alongside possible visual disturbances, speech difficulties, altered consciousness, and, in some cases, cerebellar features or cognitive impairment. Both familial (autosomal dominant, 70–90% penetrance) and sporadic forms are considered, and about 40% of individuals experience prolonged aura which may mimic stroke or pose neurological risk. HM is associated with epilepsy, with 8–24% of individuals with epilepsy also experiencing migraine.