Sulfatide Autoantibody Test
Use
Detection of anti‑Sulfatide antibodies, including IgG and more commonly IgM types, which have been associated with sensory and sensory‑motor neuropathies sometimes accompanied by pain, as well as associations of IgG anti‑sulfatide antibodies with distal sensory polyneuropathy (DSP) in individuals with HIV. Results must be interpreted in the context of clinical findings, patient history, and other laboratory data.
Special Instructions
NY State available for ordering (Yes). Performing laboratory: Athena Diagnostics (send‑out).
Limitations
Although rare, false positive or false negative results may occur. All results should be interpreted in the context of clinical findings, relevant history, and other laboratory data.
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
7-14 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
5 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Preferred: Red top; Acceptable: Serum gel; Submission: Plastic vial
Collection Instructions
Within 48 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot 2 mL of serum into a plastic vial. Send refrigerated.
Causes for Rejection
All specimens will be evaluated by the processing and performing laboratories for test suitability.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | 21 days |
| Frozen | 365 days |