Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD67513Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Ganglioside GM‑1 Antibodies (IgG, IgM), EIA
Also known as: GM-1 Antibody
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Ganglioside GM‑1 Antibody IgG is associated with Guillain‑Barré syndrome, particularly the acute motor axonal neuropathy variant. Antibody IgM is associated with chronic multifocal motor neuropathy.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay
Biomarkers
2 components
Ganglioside GM‑1 Antibody IgGGanglioside GM‑1 Antibody IgM
Result Turnaround Time
8-13 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting is preferred
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |