Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD90109Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Acetylcholine Receptor Binding Antibody
Clinical Use
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Detects binding antibodies to the acetylcholine receptor (anti‑AChR) by a quantitative radioimmunoassay in the sera of patients with Myasthenia Gravis (MG). About 80%–85% of patients with generalized MG and 50%–75% with ocular MG have anti‑AChR binding antibodies. Negative results reflex to MuSK and LRP4 antibodies, which are present in approximately 8%‑10% and 9.2%, respectively, of MG patients negative for binding AChR antibodies. These results guide further diagnostic evaluation in suspected MG patients.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
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Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Acetylcholine Receptor Binding Antibody
ProteinRadioimmunoassay • Other • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)
Result Turnaround Time
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL (0.5 mL minimum)
Minimum Volume
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