Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD93857Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Myasthenia Gravis Panel 1
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Useful in the diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis; includes detection of acetylcholine receptor binding antibody and striated muscle antibody (with reflex to titer) which support diagnosis and clinical evaluation.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (RIA)
Biomarkers
2 components
Striated Muscle Ab Screen • IFAAcetylcholine Receptor Binding Antibody • RIA
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 11034-6
Result Codes
- 13931-1
- 5372-8
Result Turnaround Time
6-7 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Container
serum separator tube (SST)
Collection Instructions
centrifuge and separate serum from cells
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 4 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |